Sales Ledger Assistant

• Annual Salary: £25,000 - £28,000
• Location: Gillingham
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are in search of a Sales Ledger Assistant to join our client's finance team within the automotive industry. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with a strong foundation in financial administration and a passion for accuracy. As a Sales Ledger Assistant, you will be responsible for maintaining and managing the sales ledger, ensuring that all financial transactions are accurately recorded and processed.

• Maintain and update sales ledger accounts, ensuring all sales transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Issue invoices and credit notes to customers while managing the accounts receivable process.
• Reconcile sales ledger accounts to ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities.
• Assist with the credit control process, ensuring timely collection of payments and reducing debtor days.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and customer queries in a professional and efficient manner.
• Prepare bank deposits and perform bank reconciliations.
• Collaborate with the sales team to verify and resolve account discrepancies.
• Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status.

• Proven experience as a Sales Ledger Assistant or in a similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of sales ledger processes and accounts receivable.
• Proficiency with accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Good organisational and time-management abilities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• AAT qualification or working towards an accounting qualification is advantageous.

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Pension scheme contributions.
• Staff discounts on products and services.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.

To apply for this Sales Ledger Assistant position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and your interest in the role.