Sales Ledger Assistant
Sales Ledger Assistant
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Job Description
Sales Ledger Assistant
Location: Holborn London - 3 days a week in the office
Contract: 6 month fixed term contract
Salary: 30000 - 32000 (Pro rated)
The role
Working as part of a small close knit team youll be responsible ensuring accurate and timely billing building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and internal teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Invoice Preparation and Issuance - generate and issue sales invoices in accordance with
agreed terms ensuring accuracy in amounts customer details and VAT compliance
Customer Account Reconciliation - maintain and reconcile customer accounts
investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly
Credit Control Support - assist in the collection of outstanding payments following up on overdue accounts and liaising with customers to resolve issues
Payments Allocation - accurately allocate customer payments to their respective accounts and invoices
Query Resolution - act as the first point of contact for sales ledger queries from customers and internal departments ensuring prompt and effective resolution
Reporting - assist in the preparation of weekly and monthly reports related to sales ledger performance including aged debtors analysis
Process Improvement - contribute to improving billing processes and implementing best practices in the sales ledger function
Compliance - ensure compliance with company policies and relevant financial regulations including HMRC guidelines for VAT
What were looking for
Previous experience in a sales ledger billing or similar finance role
Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. Sage QuickBooks Xero) and MS Excel
Knowledge of UK VAT regulations and accounting standards
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
AAT qualification (or working towards) is desirable but not essential
Employment Type
Full Time
