Sales Ledger Clerk

Join Inspired Villages as a Sales Ledger Clerk – 12 Month fixed-term Contract

We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Sales Ledger Clerk to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate sales records, processing invoices, and supporting the smooth operation of the accounts function. You play a key part in ensuring timely financial reporting and helping the team deliver excellent service to both internal and external stakeholders.

If you enjoy working with numbers, have a keen eye for detail, and want to contribute to a supportive, collaborative finance team, this role could be perfect for you.

The Role

• Recording all income accurately in the finance system, reconciling entries against supporting documentation, and resolving discrepancies promptly
• Setting up new Direct Debits for residents and customers, ensuring accuracy, correct collection dates, and compliance with company procedures
• Preparing and issuing resident invoices and statements on schedule, maintaining accuracy and timely distribution
• Performing regular bank reconciliations, investigating variances, and ensuring all receipts and payments are correctly allocated
• Posting bank transactions into the accounting system and maintaining clear, up-to-date financial records
• Managing the billing inbox, responding to queries from residents, staff, and external stakeholders professionally and efficiently
• Preparing intercompany recharge invoices with correct coding, documentation, and alignment with internal policies
• Reconciling trial balances, reviewing for completeness and accuracy, and escalating anomalies to the Income or Supervisor Manager
• Setting up new resident and customer accounts, ensuring all required documentation and approvals are in place
• Completing general ledger reconciliations monthly to ensure all control accounts are accurate and up to date
• Providing ad hoc support to the Income and Supervisor Manager, including assisting with projects, audits, and process improvements

Key Requirements

• Previous experience working within a Sales Ledger or Accounts Office environment
• Strong systems experience with a confident working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Excellent numeracy, attention to detail, and accuracy in financial record-keeping
• Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with residents, colleagues, and external stakeholders
• Comfortable working within process-driven environments and following internal controls and policies

The Benefits

• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays, pro-rated to your contracted working hours)
• Holiday buying scheme, allowing you to purchase up to one additional week of leave
• Big birthdays off (those ending in a 0)
• Bupa Health Cash Plan, including access to an employee assistance programme
• Life Assurance at four times your annual salary
• 5% matched pension scheme
• Access to SMART tech for everyday convenience
• Retail discounts across a wide range of outlets
• Wellbeing hub and resources, including discounts on wellbeing initiatives
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric car scheme
• The opportunity to work within a unique village environment designed to support community, wellbeing, and exceptional service

At Inspired Villages, we welcome everyone, regardless of background, to be part of our thriving community. Here, you will be included, involved, and inspired to bring your unique talents to life. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where individuality is celebrated, and you are encouraged to be your best every day.

More enjoyment. More satisfaction. More like one big family. If you are looking for a career that truly means more and gives you more, hit the apply button and join us.