Sales Ledger Accounts Assistant

Sales Ledger Assistant

• Location: Belfast Area
• Job Type: Full-time Permanent Office-based
• Hourly rate: £dependent on experience

REED is partnered with one of Ireland’s oldest and most respected businesses, in the appointment of a Sales Ledger Assistant to join their growing and dynamic team.

This is truly an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Assistant with a strong background in sales ledger administration to grow within a fast-paced industry environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Process customer invoices and credit notes accurately and within required timescales.
• Handle phone payments, verifying and recording them in accordance with company procedures.
• Conduct daily bank and cash reconciliations to maintain precise financial records.
• Keep customer account records up-to-date and accurate.
• Implement relevant financial and accounting processes, aiming to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage documentation and information effectively to support audit trails and record keeping.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and company data protection policies when handling personal and financial information.
• Provide support across sales ledger, purchase ledger, and other accounts activities as needed.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, customers, and external contacts to resolve queries and support service delivery.
• Support customer services and the wider business team during peak trading periods to ensure service continuity.
• Process and update customer orders accurately, adhering to company policy.
• Participate in required company training sessions on various topics including cyber security, health and safety, and standard operating procedures

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Excellent attention to detail with a knack for processing financial information accurately.
• Minimum of five GCSEs at Grade C/Level 4 or above, including English and Mathematics.
• At least two years of experience in a finance administrative role.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, able to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Team player, willing to provide support across various financial functions.
• Proficient in standard computer software, especially Excel, and capable of using integrated information systems effectively.
• Flexible approach to work, especially during critical business periods like month-end or year-end.

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