Job Description
Sales Ledger Assistant (12 Month FTC)
South Lanarkshire
£29,000
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Sales Ledger Assistant to join the finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This is a key role supporting the accurate and timely management of sales ledger activity, cash allocation, and customer account maintenance. This position offers the opportunity to work within a structured finance environment, develop strong customer relationships, and contribute to the smooth running of the organisation’s cashflow processes.
Working Hours
- 34.5 hours per week
- Monday to Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Friday: 9:00am – 4:30pm (early finish)
- Fully office based
- Fixed term contract (12 months)
- Flexible working in line with business needs
Benefits
- Early finish on a Friday
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Christmas shutdown
- Salary sacrifice scheme
The Role
You will take responsibility for maintaining the sales ledger and ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner, supporting effective cash management and strong customer relationships.
- Process daily banking transactions and ensure accurate allocation of receipts
- Run daily cash totals and complete reconciliation activities
- Maintain and update the sales ledger, ensuring all records are accurate and up to date
- Manage cash cut-off processes in line with internal deadlines
- Process and allocate credit card payments accurately
- Engage with customers in a professional and personable manner, maintaining strong working relationships
- Work within a clear structure and established financial processes to ensure consistency and accuracy
- Support query resolution and provide excellent customer service in relation to account balances and payments
- Assist with maintaining accurate financial records to support reporting and cashflow visibility
- Ensure all ledger activity is completed in line with company procedures and controls
About You
- Experience in a sales ledger, accounts receivable, or finance support role
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial data
- Confident working with structured processes and deadlines
- Excellent communication skills with a strong customer service approach
- Comfortable engaging with customers and building positive relationships
- Experience with banking, cash allocation, or credit card payments desirable
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively
Additional Information
- 12-month fixed term contract
- Structured finance environment with clear processes and support
- Opportunity to develop experience in sales ledger and cash management
- Role suited to someone who enjoys both detail-focused finance work and customer interaction
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.