Finance Administrator (Sales Ledger)

Hays; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Sales Ledger Administrator - Maternity Cover - Competitive Salary - Starting in May

Location: Stockton-on-Tees

Start Date: May 2025

Position: Maternity Leave Cover

Salary: Competitive Rate

Join a dynamic and innovative team who are committed to excellence and continuous improvement. Pride themselves on fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking environment that encourages growth and creativity.

Hays are seeking a meticulous and proactive Sales Ledger Administrator to join the finance team on a maternity leave cover basis. This role is crucial in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the sales ledger processes. You will be responsible for maintaining financial records, processing invoices, and supporting the overall financial operations of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Invoice Processing: Accurately process sales invoices and ensure timely entry into the ledger.
2. Account Reconciliation: Regularly reconcile customer accounts to ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
3. Credit Control: Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on overdue payments to maintain healthy cash flow.
4. Reporting: Generate and analyse sales ledger reports providing insights into financial performance.
5. Customer Interaction: Liaise with customers to resolve any billing queries and ensure excellent customer service.
6. Support: Assist the finance team with ad-hoc tasks and projects as required.

Requirements:

1. Experience: Previous experience in a sales ledger or similar finance role.
2. Skills: Strong numerical and analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software.
3. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
4. Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently when needed.
5. Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.

Benefits:

1. Competitive hourly rate, including holiday pay and Hays benefits for temporary workers.
2. Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
3. Supportive team culture.
4. Professional development opportunities.

What you need to do now: If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.