Location: Staffordshire Reports to: Financial Controller Salary Range: BOEContract Type: 12 Month FTC
Job OverviewGRG are seeking an experienced Sales Ledger Supervisor to join our client's finance team. In this role, you will oversee the accurate and timely management of the sales ledger function, ensuring smooth operations, compliance with accounting standards, and excellent service to both internal and external stakeholders. You will also lead and develop a small team to meet company objectives.
Key Responsibilities:- Sales Ledger Management: Oversee the end-to-end process of the sales ledger, ensuring all invoices are accurately raised and processed. Monitor accounts receivable to ensure timely collection of payments and reduce outstanding debts. Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies promptly. Generate and distribute regular debtor reports to key stakeholders.
- Team Leadership and Development: Supervise, motivate, and develop the sales ledger team, ensuring high performance and clear accountability. Provide training and support to team members to improve skills and efficiency. Conduct regular performance reviews and support professional development.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and reporting in the sales ledger function. Ensure systems and processes are aligned with company policies and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with the IT department and finance team to optimize the use of financial systems.
- Stakeholder Communication: Act as the first point of contact for queries related to the sales ledger, resolving issues promptly and professionally. Liaise with internal departments (e.g., Sales, Operations, Customer Service) to ensure accurate and timely billing. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to foster trust and ensure payments are made on time.
- Reporting and Compliance: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on sales ledger performance and outstanding balances. Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and relevant financial regulations. Assist with year-end audits and provide supporting documentation as required.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with high volumes of data.
- Proven experience in sales ledger or accounts receivable, with supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Proficiency in financial systems
- Exceptional organisational and time-management skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to analyse and resolve issues efficiently.
- A relevant accounting or finance qualification or equivalent work experience.
- Experience in managing process improvement initiatives.
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