Sales Ledger Clerk in Coventry

Location: Coventry, UK

Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon – Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri)

Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent and Hybrid

Salary: £28,000 (subject to experience) + Discretionary Bonus

JOB SUMMARY

Play a Key Role in Strengthening Financial Performance at NP Aerospace! Are you a detail focused Sales Ledger Clerk looking to contribute to a growing and innovative defence business? At NP Aerospace, we are at the forefront of ballistic personal protection and military vehicle integration, supporting critical defence operations worldwide. As a Sales Ledger Clerk, you will be a vital part of our finance team, ensuring accurate invoicing, timely cash collection, and strong financial controls across our UK and Canadian operations. In this hands-on role, you will oversee the end-to-end sales ledger process from raising invoices and allocating receipts to managing credit control and customer account reconciliations. You will work closely with operational teams to ensure billing accuracy, support contract milestone invoicing, and maintain clear visibility of aged debt. As part of NP Aerospace’s ongoing finance development, you will collaborate with the Financial Controller and Finance Director to improve processes, strengthen controls, and support cross divisional activity. Strong Excel skills, excellent communication ability, and a proactive mindset will be key to success.

WHAT YOU GET IN RETURN

At NP Aerospace, we know our success comes from our people. That’s why we invest in benefits that support your health, reward your hard work, and help you grow your career:

• Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities
• Flex your day – flexible start and finish times (subject to manager approval and operational needs)
• Time to recharge – 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
• Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions)
• Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary
• Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs
• Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business
• Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

As Sales Ledger Clerk, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate and efficient management of customer accounts for NP Aerospace’s UK and Canadian operations. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Accounts Receivable & Invoice Management

• End to End Invoice Processing – Raise accurate sales invoices in line with contract terms, milestone agreements, and internal approval processes.
• Customer Query Resolution – Investigate and resolve invoicing discrepancies by collaborating with internal departments and customers.
• Professional Customer Communication – Manage customer queries efficiently and maintain strong working relationships.
• Credit Control – Proactively manage aged debt, issue statements, and follow up on overdue payments.

• Sales Ledger Maintenance – Ensure customer accounts are accurate, up to date, and regularly reviewed.
• Customer Account Reconciliations – Conduct reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and timely resolution of issues.
• Cash Allocation – Post and allocate customer receipts accurately within the ERP system.
• Credit Limit Monitoring – Support the review and monitoring of customer credit limits.

• Audit Support – Assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation and maintaining compliance.
• Month End, Quarter End & Year End Support – Contribute to financial closing activities by ensuring accurate revenue recording and reconciliation.

• Accounts Payable Assistance – Provide occasional support and cover for the purchase ledger function as required.
• Other Finance Duties – Support ad hoc financial tasks and improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

The above is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.

Our team embraces modern technologies, including AI-assisted tools, to work smarter and deliver better results. Candidates should either have experience using AI tools or demonstrate a willingness to learn and apply them in their role.

EXPERIENCE

• Proven Sales Ledger Experience – Previous experience in accounts receivable or sales ledger, managing invoicing and credit control activities.
• Strong Microsoft Office Skills – Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook, with the ability to analyse data and produce reports.
• Experience in a Contract or Project Environment – Ideally within manufacturing, engineering, or defence sectors where milestone billing is common.
• Excellent Communication & Relationship Building Skills – Confident working with customers and internal stakeholders across the business.
• Attention to Detail & Organisation – Ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities in a structured and accurate manner.
• Experience of using AI tools or demonstrates a willingness to learn and apply AI in role.

WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry. Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.