Sales Ledger Clerk

Company: Reed
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Location: Wakefield
Job Description:

Wakefield Immediate Start Available Temporary Assignment

Are you an experienced Sales Ledger professional looking for a varied role within a busy finance team?

We’re supporting a successful and long-established business in Wakefield with the recruitment of a Temporary Sales Ledger Clerk. This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys working in a structured environment, takes pride in accuracy, and values being part of a collaborative team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional who enjoys building strong working relationships, resolving queries, and ensuring financial records are maintained to a high standard.

The Role

As part of the Finance Department, you will provide essential sales ledger support, ensuring customer accounts are accurately maintained and queries are handled efficiently and professionally.

Key Responsibilities

  • Processing and maintaining sales ledger transactions
  • Banking cash and cheque receipts
  • Posting debit and credit card payments
  • Allocating and posting BACS receipts
  • Raising customer credit notes
  • Scanning and maintaining supporting documentation
  • Managing customer account queries via telephone and email
  • Processing customer card payments
  • Supporting internal colleagues with account and reporting queries
  • Processing credits and recharges
  • Assisting colleagues across the finance function during busy periods and holiday cover
  • Maintaining accurate records and following company procedures

About You

  • Previous experience in Sales Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Finance Assistant or Credit Control roles
  • Strong numerical and data-entry accuracy
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Confident communication skills with both customers and internal stakeholders
  • Good organisational and time-management skills
  • Proficient IT skills with experience of finance systems and Microsoft Office
  • A proactive and dependable team player

What’s on Offer

  • Immediate start available
  • Friendly and supportive finance team
  • Well-established and financially secure employer
  • Full-time temporary assignment
  • Convenient Wakefield location
  • Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a busy accounts function

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Posted: October 9th, 2026