Sales & Purchase Ledger Clerk – Temporary
Southend-on-Sea | £14.00 |Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm or 8am – 4pm
Role Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Sales & Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our clients finance team on a temporary basis for one month. This dual-role position involves managing both sales and purchase ledger activities, ensuring accurate financial records, timely invoicing, and effective credit control. You will play a key part in maintaining smooth financial operations and supporting the Head of Finance with day-to-day tasks.
Sales Ledger Responsibilities
* Verify sales invoices against loading lists and post entries to Sage
* Add HSBC Receivables Finance (RF) bank details to designated invoices
* Scan and email invoices to customers promptly
* Maintain organised filing of all sales documentation
* Post incoming cash from RF and file remittance advice where applicable
* Perform credit control duties, including chasing outstanding payments
* Check customer credit limits and monitor RF messages
* Set up new customer accounts, verifying registered names and company numbers
* Monitor third-party payment platforms and self-billed accounts
Purchase Ledger Responsibilities
* Maintain and update the purchase order log
* Match delivery notes with invoices and obtain managerial approval
* Post purchase invoices to Sage accurately
* Cross-check invoices against stock sheets
* File all purchase-related documentation systematically
* Reconcile supplier statements and request missing invoices as needed
* Manage CHEP pallet movements by inputting loading lists and reconciling with deliveries
* Process daily payments as required
General Duties
* Provide administrative and financial support to the Head of Finance
* Assist with ad hoc finance tasks and reporting as needed
Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in a similar finance or ledger role
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
* Proficiency in Sage accounting software
* Good understanding of credit control and reconciliation processes
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
What’s in it for you?
* This is a temporary role initially for one month
* £14.00 per hour weekly pay
* 9:00am – 5:00pm (can be fairly flexible)
* Onsite parking
* Holiday pay accrued
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