Full-time role: Monday Friday, 09:00-17:00 (35 hours per week).
Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.
Oceans of Opportunity Shape your Future with Seafood!
At Coombe Fisheries Limited, were on a mission to deliver Premium British Seafood to global markets while embracing our core value: One Crew, One Goal. As our culture evolves, we are looking for individuals who bring positivity, teamwork, and dedication to help shape the future of our company.
As a Sales Ledger Clerk, you will play a key role in our finance team, ensuring accurate and efficient sales ledger management, credit control, and customer account administration.
Why Join Us?
Earn Well for Your Skills: Competitive salary based on experience, with opportunities for career growth.
Perks and Benefits:
28 days of paid annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
Company Employee Discount Scheme and auto-enrolment into the Company Pension Scheme.
Free Employee Assistance Helpline (EAP).
On-site free parking.
Cycle-to-work scheme.
Learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
Be part of a dynamic and supportive finance team.
Referral program
Regular team-building activities
Key Responsibilities:
Customer Management
Setting up new customer accounts and maintaining existing account details, including VAT compliance.
Building and managing relationships with key customers.
Managing and maintaining credit limits for customers.
Sales Order Management
Ensuring the accurate processing of customer orders and price validation.
Data entry into Sage accounting software.
Dispatch Documentation
Receiving and confirming dispatch information.
Preparing and managing delivery notes.
Creating CMRs (standard contracts for international road transport) for EU sales.
Invoicing and Accounts Receivable
Taking full oversight and management of the sales ledger.
Processing invoices and credit notes.
Handling email and telephone queries.
Reconciling customer accounts.
Credit Control
Managing credit applications and limits.
Overseeing debt recovery.
Month-End and Reporting
Supporting finance team members and working across different business functions.
Providing cover for the purchase ledger when required.
Assisting in company-wide projects and new initiatives.
Delivering excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders, including direct collaboration with company owners and directors.
What Were Looking For:
Strong experience in a sales ledger role, with knowledge of internal accounting functions and credit control.
Proficiency in Sage 50 and Excel (internal training available).
Experience in high-volume invoice processing.
Familiarity with credit insurance, invoice discounting, or factoring (preferred but not essential).
Understanding of VAT and foreign currency transactions.
Minimum of 5 GCSEs (A-C), including Maths and English, or equivalent.
FMCG industry experience is an advantage.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently while also thriving in a team environment.
Strong communication skills across all business functions.
Proactive mindset to improve efficiencies and problem-solve effectively.
What Youll Need to Succeed:
High level of reliability and organisation skills to meet deadlines.
Ability to work under pressure and multitask efficiently.
Commitment to learning and adapting to new challenges.
A collaborative and professional approach to working with different teams.
Food Safety Culture
At Coombe Fisheries, food safety is a shared responsibility. We are committed to fostering a workplace where safety standards are upheld and continuously improved through teamwork, shared values, and your valuable input. Together, we ensure the premium quality and safety of our products for customers worldwide.
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