Sales Ledger Assistant

Your new company

Based on the outskirts of Glasgow, our client is recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. You'll be joining a well-established, growing organisation. The hours of work are Monday-Friday 8.30am-4.30pm and there is flexibility offered with start and finish times. The role is office-based in the East End of Glasgow and the organisation can be accessed by local public transport and there is also on-site parking.

Your new role

Working as part of a busy finance team, you will play an important role in maintaining an accurate and efficient sales ledger function. You will be responsible for the timely processing of customer invoices, ensuring transactions are recorded correctly and helping to maintain strong financial controls across the business. This is a varied, fast-paced position that would suit someone who is organised, numerically confident and takes pride in producing accurate work.Key responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing aged debt
• Processing customer invoices
• Closing completed orders to allow invoices to be raised
• Investigating and resolving order discrepancies with internal departments
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records
• Responding to customer queries
• Supporting the finance team with month-end closing activities
• Completing general finance administration
• Supporting the wider finance team with additional duties

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience within sales ledger or accounts receivable is essential. You should have excellent attention to detail, good communication skills and the ability to prioritise effectively in a deadline-driven environment.You will be comfortable using Microsoft Excel and entering financial data accurately. A proactive, organised and methodical approach is essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and communicate confidently with customers and colleagues.

What you'll get in return

Alongside the opportunity to join an established and growing organisation, you will benefit from:

• A supportive, friendly and collaborative team environment
• Genuine opportunities for development and progression as the business continues to grow
• Modern office facilities based in Glasgow
• Excellent flexibility around start and finish times
• Free on-site parking
• The chance to join a business that values its people and promotes from within wherever possible

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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