At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage sales ledger, allocate payments, and liaise with the sales team.
- Company: Established company with a strong people-oriented culture and global presence.
- Benefits: 25 days holiday, annual bonus, BUPA Cash Plan, and pension scheme.
- Other info: Office-based role in Southam with a friendly, long-standing team.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team with a legacy of employee growth and social responsibility.
- Qualifications: Experience in accounts receivable and credit control is essential.
Space 8 Recruitment are pleased to be partnering with a Southam-based company to recruit a Sales Ledger & Credit Control Assistant.
This company is long-established having been founded almost a hundred years ago. They have grown into a powerhouse global employer of 3000 people while proudly maintaining their close-knit, people-oriented foundation. They deeply believe that their progress is driven entirely by their employees. When you join this team, you’re stepping into an environment rooted in social responsibility and continuous professional growth.
The team in Southam are very long-standing and this role is available due to retirement. Most of the team have served 10 years or more which speaks volumes about what it feels like to work here.
The Role
This is an Accounts Receivable role (Sales Ledger) with Credit Control. Duties will include:
- Allocating payments
- Liaising with the sales team concerning any discrepancies
- Releasing orders once payment has been received
- Chasing payment of outstanding invoices by 'phone & email
- Supporting colleagues both in the UK and overseas with all sales ledger/accounts receivable and credit control queries
You would also be working in foreign currencies and this part of the role can be taught.
What are we looking for?
- You must be an experienced accounts receivable / sales ledger assistant with experience in credit control
- We expect that your current job title is Sales Ledger, Accounts Receivable or Credit Control
- You must be allocating a high volume of payments and already chasing overdue invoices
- The successful candidate will be a strong communicator both verbally and in writing
- Experience of successful relationship building with both internal and external customers is essential
- SAP experience would be advantageous but is not essential
- Must be local to Southam and able to attend the office every day
What are they offering?
- Working hours are 7.30am - 4pm Mon to Thurs and 7.30am - 12.15pm on a Friday.
- Holiday is 25 days + 8 bank holidays
- 8% pension (4% employer + 4% employee)
- Annual bonus scheme which averages £(Apply online only) based on company and personal performance
- BUPA Cash Plan
What now?
If you are an experienced Sales Ledger Clerk / Accounts Receivable Assistant with experience of Credit Control then please apply. We regret that all applications from people who are not experienced in Accounts Receivable / Sales Ledger will be automatically rejected.
Sales Ledger Clerk in Southam employer: Space 8 Recruitment
As a Senior Tax Advisor at this esteemed accountancy practice, you will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and professional growth. With nearly 50 years of experience, the firm fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages continuous learning and development, offering competitive salaries and benefits to ensure employee satisfaction. Located in a vibrant area, this role provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse clients while contributing to impactful tax strategies that drive success.
