Sales Ledger Administrator

Job Advertisement: Sales Ledger Administrator

Are you an enthusiastic and detail-oriented professional looking for a new opportunity? Join our dynamic Finance Team as a Sales Ledger Administrator! We are a well-established wholesaler in the Sports Awards sector, and we've just moved to a larger premises in Byker. We can't wait to welcome the right candidate to our family business!

Position Overview:

This is a full-time, permanent role where you will play a crucial part in managing our Sales Ledger processes. Your focus will be on ensuring timely payments and fostering positive relationships with our valued customers.

Working Hours:

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday to Thursday: 8AM - 5:30PM / Friday: 9AM - 3PM

Perks of the Job:

• Free parking onsite
• Accessible via bus and metro
• Opportunity for a permanent position after an initial temporary period

Please note: Due to our seasonal business levels, annual leave will not be permitted between April 15th and June 15th.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the UK and International debtor ledger for credit and cash sale customers
• Ensure timely payments by maintaining customer accounts
• Chase debts through telephone and written communication
• Negotiate repayment plans when necessary
• Process month-end statements and place overdue accounts on hold
• Conduct credit checks and coordinate with the Finance Account Manager regarding credit terms
• Recommend accounts for escalation to legal action when needed
• Prepare and maintain reports on account status and credit limits
• Accurately process payments and allocate them to customer accounts, addressing discrepancies promptly
• Handle customer queries and ensure resolution in an efficient manner
• Review daily customer orders and address accounts on hold due to overdue payments or exceeding credit limits
• Process cash sale orders upon payment receipt
• Provide regular feedback to the Finance Accounts Manager in team meetings

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a Sales Ledger role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Proficient in Excel and Word

How to Apply:

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please apply with your CV today.

To discuss this role further please contact OA Newcastle on 0191 261 0123.

Join us and help shape the future of our finance operations!

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.