Sales Ledger

Recruitment Solutions (North West) Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Friendly and supportive environment

Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits, pension, holiday

Job summary

Recruitment Solutions (North West) Ltd is seeking a detail-focused Sales Ledger / Accounts Receivable Clerk to join the finance team in Lancashire. The role involves day-to-day management of the sales ledger, invoicing, payments, and reconciliations, with close collaboration across departments.

The ideal candidate will have experience in sales ledger or accounts receivable, strong numerical ability, and excellent Excel skills. A supportive environment with development opportunities is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a sales ledger or accounts receivable role is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and methodical work approach.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working with numbers and financial information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard office software.
• Experience with accounting or finance systems is advantageous.
• Able to work independently while being a team player.

Responsibilities

• Managing the sales ledger and maintaining accurate customer account records.
• Raising and processing customer invoices and credit notes.
• Allocating and reconciling customer payments.
• Monitoring outstanding balances and following up on overdue accounts.
• Responding to customer queries regarding invoices and payments.
• Carrying out regular account reconciliations.
• Assisting with month-end reporting and financial processes.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Working closely with other departments to resolve billing and payment queries.
• Providing general support to the finance team as required.

Skills

Sales ledger

Accounts receivable

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Team player

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Sales Ledger / Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our finance team. This is a great opportunity for an organised and detail-focused individual to take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the sales ledger and support the wider finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the sales ledger and maintaining accurate customer account records.
• Raising and processing customer invoices and credit notes.
• Allocating and reconciling customer payments.
• Monitoring outstanding balances and following up on overdue accounts.
• Responding to customer queries regarding invoices and payments.
• Carrying out regular account reconciliations.
• Assisting with month-end reporting and financial processes.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Working closely with other departments to resolve billing and payment queries.
• Providing general support to the finance team as required.

About You

• Previous experience in a sales ledger, accounts receivable or similar finance role is desirable.
• Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working with numbers and financial information.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and standard office software.
• Experience with accounting or finance systems would be an advantage.
• Able to work independently while also being a strong team player.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Additional benefits, pension, holiday allowance, etc.

Disclaimer

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application for the currently advertised position unsuccessful. However, we may contact you regarding other suitable roles. We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role.