Sales Ledger Clerk in Basildon

Sales Ledger Clerk in Basildon

Basildon Full-Time 35000 - 35000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Huntress Search

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Produce sales invoices, manage credit control, and liaise with clients and stakeholders.
  • Company: Join a dynamic team in Basildon with a supportive work culture.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, workplace pension, and early finishes on Fridays.
  • Other info: Casual dress code and financial support for accounting qualifications.
  • Why this job: Be part of a vital finance role with opportunities for growth and development.
  • Qualifications: 3 years' experience in finance and proficiency in Sage 50 required.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 35000 £ per year.

Sales Ledger Clerk - Permanent, Full Time £30,000 - £35,000 Per Annum (DOE)

Our client based in Basildon are seeking a Sales Ledger Clerk to join their team on a permanent basis.

The successful candidate will be reporting directly to the Financial Controller, producing sales invoices and credit notes.

Please note, this is a fully office based position.

Duties

  • Produce sales invoices and credit notes
  • Dealing with our clients directly on a regular basis, accessing various portals for uploading invoices, as well as shipping, factory and other supporting documentation
  • Understanding different methods of sales revenue (FOB, Landed, Online, DTC, Amazon etc.) as accounts are across multiple entities in multiple currencies.
  • Maintaining the sales order reports
  • Credit control of the allocated accounts
  • Communicating with retailers, factories, and other external stakeholders
  • Liaising with Directors and Sales Coordinators
  • Resolving queries and disputes in a timely and professional manner
  • Assisting the Financial Controller with ad-hoc duties as and when required

Requirements

  • A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar finance role is necessary
  • Experience with Sage 50 software is essential and must have worked within Sales or Purchase Ledger previously
  • Excellent organisation skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
  • High attention to detail to ensure data is inputted accurately
  • Team player
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Self-motivated and driven to complete all tasks in a timely and effective manner
  • Competent in Excel

Benefits

  • Workplace pension
  • Free on-site parking
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Summertime working hours (1pm finish on Fridays)
  • 20 days holiday, plus public holidays
  • Financial support towards accounting qualification
  • Casual dress code
  • Monday to Friday, 9am-5:30pm with an early finish on Fridays
  • Fully office based with free parking and a brilliant working environment

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Sales Ledger Clerk in Basildon employer: Huntress Search

At Huntress Search Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture in Maidstone. Our Client Administrators benefit from competitive hourly rates, opportunities for professional growth, and a dynamic environment where their contributions are valued. Join us to be part of a team that prioritises employee development and fosters a sense of belonging.

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We think you need these skills to ace Sales Ledger Clerk in Basildon

Sales Invoicing
Credit Note Production
Client Communication
Sage 50 Software
Sales Order Reporting
Credit Control
Multi-Currency Transactions