About the role
As a Sales Ledger Administrator, you will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate and organised financial records related to our sales transactions. Your responsibilities will revolve around managing the sales ledger, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of invoices, and collaborating with internal teams to support the overall financial operations of the organisation.
Reports to: Sales Ledger Supervisor and Group Financial Controller
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Invoice Processing: Efficiently process and record sales invoices, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company policies.
2. Sales Documentation: Maintain organised records of sales transactions, including invoices, credit notes, and receipts, to support financial transparency and auditing processes.
3. Customer Communication: Interact with customers regarding invoicing matters, addressing queries, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring a positive and professional customer experience.
4. Reconciliation: Regularly reconcile sales ledger accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
5. Payment Allocation: Accurately allocate customer payments to outstanding invoices, maintaining up-to-date and reconciled financial records.
6. Credit Control: Assist in credit control activities, monitoring overdue accounts, and communicating with customers to ensure timely payments.
7. Reporting: Generate and analyse sales ledger reports, providing insights into financial performance and supporting decision-making processes.
8. Collaboration: Collaborate with sales, finance, and other departments to ensure seamless communication and cooperation in achieving financial goals.
9. Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, industry standards, and internal policies related to sales ledger activities.
10. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement within the sales ledger function, contributing to increased efficiency and accuracy.
Skills and attributes
11. Previous experience in a similar role, particularly in healthcare or a related industry, is desirable.
12. High accuracy and attention to detail in financial record-keeping and data entry.
13. Excellent communication skills for customer interactions and internal collaboration.
14. Familiarity with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Education and qualification
15. A relevant degree or diploma in finance, accounting, or a related field.
What will you gain?
You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes in place to help you at every step.