SALES LEDGER CLERK / CREDIT CONTROLLER
MACCLESFIELD
£28,000 BASE SALARY + BENEFITS
THE COMPANY:
We’re partnering with a well-established and growing services business based in the Macclesfield that has a strong reputation in their sector and as part of their growth, they’re now seeking an Accounts Assistant, with good Sales Ledger / Credit Control experience to join the team.
As the Sales Ledger Clerk / Credit Controller, you will be responsible for owning the Sales Ledger, raising invoices, sending, resolving queries and taking a tactful, confident and professional approach to chasing business customers for payment via phone and email.
This is a great opportunity for a driven individual who is confident in approach and keen to a build a long-term career in finance in a fast-growing business.
THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT / SALES LEDGER / CREDIT CONTROL ROLE:
Reporting to the Finance Manager, supporting the day-to-day finance function
Producing weekly sales invoices runs, sending to business customers and resolving invoices queries
Contacting businesses confidently and professionally via phone & email to chase due and overdue payments
Sending customer statements as and when required
Providing weekly ledger reports to the finance director on promised payments and doubtful debts, to ensure accurate cashflow forecasting
Posting payments to the ledger and conducting bank / account reconciliation when required
Providing support to both Purchase Ledger and the Finance Manager on broader areas of transactional finance where required
THE PERSON:
Must have experience within a similar role such as Accounts Assistant that has contained Sales Ledger & Credit Control responsibilities, or experience in a dedicated Sales Ledger/Accounts Receivable/Credit Controller role
Experience using Sage and MS Excel
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Confident communicator with the ability to manage internal and external relationships
Keen to learn and develop, with an interest in further education/study
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV for the Accounts Assistant / Sales Ledger Clerk / Credit Controller position via the advert for immediate consideration.
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Blended delivery model with virtual classrooms on a frequent basis, along with one-to-one support
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Job Overview:Consolor We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Assistant to join the Medux UK Finance team, based with the Consolor business in Totton. The role will include performing day-to-day accounting duties, ensuring the accurate processing of financial transactions, and dealing with customer and supplier queries. The ideal candidate will have a passion for numbers, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.Medux UK is the UK business of Medux International, the European market leader in mobility aids. The UK group comprises 3 business units:
Medequip is a leading provider of community equipment services to local authorities and the NHSRoss Care is a leading provider of wheelchair servicesConsolor is a specialist clinical seating provider with a full manufacturing operation based in Totton.
Key Responsibilities:As the Consolor Accounts Assistant you will:
Assist with supplier and customer queries in a timely manner.Process purchase ledger and sales ledger invoices and credit notes.Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.Cross-check invoices, process payments, and manage expense payments.Support the Management Accountant in ad-hoc finance tasks and projects.Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.Provide administrative support to the wider finance team as needed.
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