Sales Ledger Clerk

New Resource Group; Devizes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established charity is seeking a Sales Ledger Clerk to join their supportive finance team. This role offers a flexible working pattern, allowing you to choose between three full days or five shorter days. You will play a crucial part in ensuring all income is recorded and reconciled accurately, contributing to the charity's mission of environmental protection. With a warm and friendly office atmosphere, this position not only allows for professional growth but also offers the chance to make a real impact in the community. If you have a passion for finance and want to work in a meaningful role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance role focused on income processing and reconciliation.
• Strong knowledge of Sales Ledger processes and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record and reconcile income from various revenue streams.
• Maintain and reconcile Sales Ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy.

Skills

Income Processing

Reconciliation

Sales Ledger Knowledge

Numerical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Charity Finance Regulations Knowledge

Education

Experience in Finance Role

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Tools

Exchequer Software

Financial Software

Job description

Working Hours: 22.5 hours per week (working pattern flexible)

Summary:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established charity dedicated to protecting our environment. With years of experience, the organisation plays a key role in nature recovery and community engagement, managing nature reserves across the region.

The office has a warm and friendly atmosphere, where teamwork is at the heart of everything. You'll be working closely with a supportive finance team in a welcoming environment, making a real impact while being part of something meaningful.

Scope of the Role:

The Sales Ledger Clerk is an important part of the team, making sure all income is recorded, reconciled, and reported accurately. This role involves handling different income streams, keeping records up to date, and supporting the finance team with timely financial reporting to keep everything running smoothly.

This role is office based, and the client offers flexibility in the working pattern. The appointed candidate can choose to work their hours over three full days or five shorter days, with the option to discuss the preferred arrangement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately record and reconcile income from donations, grants, fundraising activities, and other revenue streams.
• Ensure all income is processed in line with internal controls and financial policies.
• Liaise with fundraising and operational teams to confirm income details and allocations.
• Process Gift Aid claims, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations.
• Maintain and reconcile Sales Ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely invoicing.
• Assist in preparing income reports for management, trustees, and external stakeholders.
• Support the production of financial statements related to income.
• Monitor outstanding payments and follow up as required.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with relevant teams.

Systems & Process Management

• Maintain financial records using Exchequer or relevant finance software .
• Assist in improving financial processes related to income management.
• Ensure compliance with charity sector financial regulations and best practices.

General Support

• Work closely with the finance team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Provide support for internal and external audits as needed.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial procedures.
• Handle general finance queries and provide support to other teams as required.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in a finance role, with a focus on income processing and reconciliation.
• Strong knowledge of Sales Ledger processes and financial controls.
• Excellent numerical skills with keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication skills with a positive and proactive attitude.
• Experience in the charity sector with an understanding of charity finance regulations.
• Knowledge of Exchequer software or similar financial systems.
• Familiarity with Gift Aid processes and HMRC compliance.

This vacancy is being advertised by New Resource Group. The services of New Resource Group are that of an Employment Agency.