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Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Sales Ledger Assistant to join their finance team in Milton Keynes. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with excellent numerical skills and a methodical approach to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Raising and issuing sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner.

Allocating payments received to customer accounts and reconciling discrepancies.

Monitoring customer accounts to ensure payments are received within agreed terms.

Assisting with credit control tasks, including following up on overdue payments and resolving customer queries.

Maintaining up-to-date and accurate records of sales ledger transactions.

Supporting month-end processes, including preparing reconciliations and reports for the finance team.

Collaborating with internal departments to ensure smooth processing of invoices and resolution of disputes.

Requirements:

Proficiency in IT systems, particularly Excel (familiarity with VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables is a plus).

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a high volume of transactions.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with customers and internal teams.

Prior experience in a sales ledger or similar finance role is highly desirable.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team. If you're a proactive individual looking to develop your finance career, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today.

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Job Title: Finance Assistant - Sales Ledger
Location: Exeter - hybrid working
Salary: £28,000
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reports to: Finance Manager

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join a large, national business in Exeter, with a specific focus on the Sales Ledger. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone starting their finance career, looking to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and supportive environment, or an experienced individual who is looking for a supportive and collaborative team to join.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the Sales Ledger function by raising and processing customer invoices accurately and promptly.Allocate customer payments to the correct accountsAssist with credit control - sending reminders and chasing outstanding debts.Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer recordsHelp reconcile the sales ledger to the general ledgerRespond to internal and external queries regarding customer accounts and invoicingLiaise with the sales and customer service teams to resolve discrepanciesAssist with month-end reporting and analysis as required

What We're Looking For:

Some prior experience in a finance or accounts role (internship or work placement included if accompanied with a finance degree)Ideally relevant study (AAT, ACCA part-qualified, etc.) is a plusBasic understanding of accounting principles and sales ledger processesGood Excel and Microsoft Office skillsStrong attention to detail and accuracyExcellent communication and organisational skillsWillingness to learn and work as part of a team

What We Offer:

Supportive training and development opportunities including AAT study supportCareer progression within the finance teamFriendly and collaborative working environmentHybrid working options.Parking on site

To apply, please apply with a full CV or for more information please contact Debbie Wicks at Butler Rose on [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you!

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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