Sales Ledger Analyst

PowerOptions, Inc.; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Peterborough is seeking a detail-oriented Sales Ledger Clerk to join their Accounts Receivable team. The position involves processing cash receipts, managing invoices and refunds, and assisting customer inquiries. Strong skills in Excel and SAP are preferred, alongside solid communication abilities. The role offers 25 days holiday, flexible working options, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Training access through Bauer Academy

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Excellent communication skills necessary.
• Experience in Accounts Receivable is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process daily cash receipts using Excel.
• Reconcile payments against statements using SAP Finance.
• Generate customer invoices and respond to queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Microsoft Excel

Analytical thinking

Tools

SAP Finance

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Overview

Were looking for a Sales Ledger Clerk to join our Accounts Receivable team at Bauer Media UK, based in Peterborough. If youre process-driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering excellent customer service, this could be the role for you. As a Sales Ledger Clerk, youll be responsible for processing receipts, invoices, credit notes, and refunds, while supporting both internal and external customer queries. Youll play a key role in ensuring accuracy and efficiency across our sales ledger operations.

What You Will Do

• Process daily cash receipts using Excel
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Arrange customer refunds and handle related queries
• Set up and process Direct Debits
• Reconcile payments against statements using SAP Finance
• Generate customer invoices and credit notes
• Respond to internal and external customer queries, escalating disputes when needed
• Support ad hoc duties and reporting within Accounts Receivable
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives

What You Will Bring

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines
• A proactive, self-motivated attitude
• Team-oriented mindset and adaptability
• Confidence using Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Teams)
• Experience with SAP is a plus

Itd be great if you also have

• Previous experience in Accounts Receivable
• A calm and assertive approach to handling queries
• Analytical thinking and a drive for continuous improvement

If this sounds like the right fit for you, wed love to hear from you Apply Now!

About Bauer Media Group

We are a media business focused on creating content that matters to millions of people across Europe. Our offering extends from print and online publishing to audio broadcasting and entertainment, alongside investments in other media related sectors. With more than 500 million copies sold each year, we are one of Europes largest Publishers. From womens and celebrities magazines to TV listings to food and special interest, we own some of the most popular publishing brands in Germany, UK, Poland and France both digital and print. But not only that. Reaching over 61 million listeners weekly, we operate over 150 radio and podcast brands in nine countries, spanning the UK, Ireland, Poland, Slovakia, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway and Portugal. Family-owned in the 5th generation, Bauer Media focuses on the long-term, with a consumer-first mindset that guides us across our diverse portfolio. Our workforce of 12,000 shares a common purpose: to deliver content and services that enrich peoples everyday lives.

Whats In It For You

• Youll have 25 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days to use.
• Your development matters, so access to our internal training provider Bauer Academy, is a huge win.
• We have enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay.
• Youll have the opportunity for flexible working.
• And much more! Find the full details of our benefits here

We are an international employer and equal opportunities are important to us. That's why we welcome everyone in their uniqueness, regardless of e.g. religion, gender, skin color, disability in our house.

We are actively recruiting for this position, so the job advert may close earlier than expected.

If you have any feedback regarding our UK recruitment process, please email we would love to hear from you.

Date: 1 Sept 2025 Location: Peterborough, GB, PE2 6EA Req ID: 3038

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