Sales Ledger Manager

Brookson is recruiting for a Sales Ledger Manager to join the Payroll and Billing Team for EMEA.

Reporting to the Head of Payroll and Billing, you will be responsible for ensuring financial accuracy, efficiency, and integrity of the sales ledger, as well as maximising cash flow through effective credit control and collection efforts.

We have offices in Warrington (our HQ), Bournemouth, and Coventry. Recently, we were acquired by People2.0, a global company specialising in workforce management solutions and global employment services, which means exciting opportunities for career development await you.

What will you be doing as a Sales Ledger Manager?

The primary purpose of the Sales Ledger Manager is to oversee and manage the sales ledger function to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient invoicing and management of customer accounts. This role is critical for maintaining financial control by ensuring that all worker payments are accurately invoiced, and cash matched within required deadlines, enabling timely payment processing. Additionally, you will drive performance by managing the Sales Ledger team, monitoring KPIs, and identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. The role also involves managing key client relationships to ensure smooth and efficient payment processes.

Main Responsibilities:

• Build and lead a high-performing sales ledger support team, assigning, overseeing, and reviewing workloads to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage the entire sales ledger process, including data input, verification, invoicing, and cash allocation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with Finance and other departments to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and integrate payroll and sales ledger activities with other functions.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients on billing, payment queries, and account reconciliations, ensuring timely resolution of disputes and issues.
• Set team objectives, prioritize workloads, and recommend improvements to policies, procedures, and methods to optimize the sales ledger function.
• Develop and implement procedures, controls, and improvements for efficient and accurate invoicing and payment processing, driving performance enhancements.
• Ensure all team members have training and coaching plans, conducting regular sessions and updating the Training Manual for process consistency.
• Oversee the implementation of new timesheet and invoicing software, collaborating with IT, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth adoption.

What experience are we looking for in Sales Ledger Manager?

Essential Experience:

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Positive Influencing, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven record of process improvement.
• Experience of coaching and developing people.
• A hands-on team player always striving for continuous improvement.?
• Analytical skills with ability to use and interpret data for purposes of improvement of processes and efficiencies.
• Able to use analytical Tools such as BI etc. to build and analyse reports.

Desirable Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in payroll administration, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Certification in Payroll Administration (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional) is highly desirable.

In Return for Joining us as a Sales Ledger Manager

Here at Brookson, we want everyone to feel valued and have a sense of belonging. That is why we offer a wide range of benefits plus an internal commitment to all colleagues around communication, engagement, and professional development. The benefits for this role include:

• Salary of £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working after training
• 5% company pension contribution after 3 months
• 23 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays and your Birthday off each year
• 2 Press Pause days per year (An opportunity to step back, breathe, and focus on your wellness)
• Free Financial Advice including Mortgages and Savings.
• Wellbeing benefits including discounted gym membership, direct GP access, and an in-house Mental Health First Aid team to name a few.

Next Steps:

If you are interested in being considered for this opportunity, please apply with your CV highlighting your relevant skills in relation to the above criteria.

Regardless of the outcome of your application, all candidates will be contacted. If your application is successful, Vicky from our talent team will reach out to you within three working days to guide you through the next steps.