I am currently recruiting for a Sales Ledger Clerk exclusively with a leading public sector body based in Glasgow City Centre.
Client Details
My client is a household name across the UK, who are recognised globally in their field. They are currently implementing a new system, moving from SAP to Aggresso, and as such have an opportunity for someone to join the business for an 18 month contract to assist during this process.
Description
This role's key purpose is to assist in the day to day running of the Accounts Receivable function to ensure accurate and timely invoicing and effective debt management. The successful Sales Ledger Clerk will manage a ledger with circa 900-1500 accounts per month, and a total value between £3 million & £4 million.
Specific duties involve;
-The pursuit of debt, negotiating payment plans and ensuring correct cash allocation
-The timely completion of monthly and adhoc invoice runs to maximise cash flows and to ensure customers receive documents on a timely basis
-Obtaining & assessing credit reports for new and existing customers
-Resolving and responding to customer queries in accordance with my clients customer charter
-Overseeing the AR function in the absence of the SL Manager
-Contribute to the development of financial systems, processes and procedures
-Working in partnership with relevant stakeholders to ensure all of their financial requirements in relation to the sales ledger are catered for efficiently
-Maintain controls & processes related to all sales ledger activity
Profile
The successful candidate will likely have the following background;
-Working knowledge of operating in a high volume/ high value sales ledger environment
-Strong systems experience
-Be able to understand and carry out complex numerical and or financial calculations and analyse data
-Ability to undertake an 18 month contract