OCU Group are actively looking for a SalesLedger Clerk to join the team in our Stockport Headoffice.
This position is to covermaternity for 12 months.
Thepurpose of the role is to provide support to the wider sales ledgerteam. This includes inputting of sales invoices onto an automatedsystem and dealing with customer queries both face to face and overthe phone.
This is an ideal opportunity forsomeone looking to develop and gain experience intheircareer.
Ideally to start earlyDecember 2024 there is potential for this to become a permanentposition due to growth within theorganisation.
DutiesandResponsibilities:
* Processsales invoices accurately and efficiently ensuring adherence tocompany policies and accountingstandards.
* Generate and distribute customerinvoices in a timely manner including any necessary supportingdocumentation.
* Review sales orders andcontracts to ensure accuracy and completeness of billinginformation.
* Maintain uptodate records ofcustomer accounts including contact information billing addressesand payment terms.
* Reconcile sales ledgeraccounts on a regular basis identifying and resolving anydiscrepancies or outstanding items.
* Follow upon overdue accounts receivable contacting customers via phone oremail to request payment and resolve paymentissues.
* Record and allocate customer paymentsaccurately in the accounting system applying them to theappropriate invoices and accounts.
* Investigateand resolve customer inquiries and disputes related to invoicespayments and account balances.
* Collaborate withthe sales and customer service teams to address customer billingissues and ensure a positive customerexperience.
* Prepare and distribute regularreports on sales ledger activity highlighting key metrics andtrends to management.
* Assist with monthend andyearend closing processes including revenue recognition accrualsand reconciliation of sales accounts.
* Stayinformed about changes in accounting regulations and industry bestpractices related to sales ledgerprocesses.
Skills andExperience:
* GCSEs inmaths and English or equivalent required; additional education inaccounting or finance preferred.
* Provenexperience in a similar role with a strong understanding of salesledger processes and procedures.
* Proficiency inusing accounting software and Microsoft Excel for data entryanalysis and reporting.
* Excellent numericalskills and attention to detail with the ability to accuratelyprocess large volumes of transactions.
* Strongcommunication skills both verbal and written with the ability tointeract professionally with customers andcolleagues.
* Customerfocused attitude with acommitment to delivering highquality service and resolving customerissues promptly.
* Ability to work independentlyand as part of a team managing multiple priorities and deadlineseffectively.
* Strong problemsolving skills withthe ability to identify issues and propose solutions in a timelymanner.
* Adaptability and willingness to learnnew systems and processes as needed.
* Commitmentto maintaining confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitivefinancialinformation.
CompanyBackground:
Established in 1994OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineeringcontractors in the UK with a long successful track record indelivering customerfocused civil engineeringsolutions.
Working directly with many of thecountrys leading bluechip power water telecoms and rail clients weare looking for the very best talent to join our growingteam.
We pride ourselves on empowering ouremployees and offering opportunities for them to take control oftheir own personal development and career progression in asupportive environment.
We believe that beingsuccessful is a choice.
We choose to besuccessful.
We are OCU One CompanyUnited.
We celebrate difference andappreciate diverse backgrounds. We encourage everyone who join usto be themselves at work and create inclusive teams in ourworkplace.