Overview
Reference
KM5488 Salary
£38,000 - £42,000/annum + Benefits Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Cambridgeshire -- Cambridge Job Type
Permanent Posted
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Sales Ledger Manager
Location: Hybrid – Cambridge (minimum two days per week onsite)
Salary: £38,000–£42,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent | Full-time (40 hours per week)
Our client is a highly respected client based in Cambridge, we are actively supporting them in the appointment of a Sales Ledger Manager to lead their accounts receivable function and play a pivotal role in safeguarding revenue and strengthening financial performance.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of the sales ledger function within a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation. The successful candidate will ensure timely invoicing, effective credit control, and robust accounts receivable processes while leading and developing a Sales Ledger Administrator.
You will work closely with the wider finance team, supporting month-end and year-end processes, improving controls, and driving efficiencies through system enhancements and automation.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable Leadership
1. Oversee the end-to-end sales ledger process
2. Manage and support the Sales Ledger Administrator
3. Maintain accurate financial records and ensure policy compliance
Invoicing & Billing
4. Ensure timely and accurate invoicing to clients
5. Manage programme revenue recognition at month-end
6. Create and manage custom programme codes within Microsoft Dynamics
Credit Control & Collections
7. Monitor overdue accounts and proactively follow up outstanding invoices
8. Collaborate across departments to resolve payment issues
9. Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies
10. Authorise client refunds
Reporting & Financial Oversight
11. Support month-end and year-end reporting
12. Improve accounts receivable processes and internal controls
13. Handle internal and external queries professionally and efficiently
Systems & Process Improvement
14. Utilise Microsoft Dynamics Business Central to ensure accurate accounting entries
15. Maximise automation through integrated systems and advanced Excel usage
16. Contribute to relevant projects and continuous improvement initiatives
About You
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a collaborative environment.
Essential:
17. Experience managing accounts receivable / sales ledger processes
18. Strong working knowledge of accounting principles
19. Experience in a dynamic finance team environment
20. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail, even under pressure
21. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
22. Confident communicator with sound negotiation skills
23. Advanced Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel)
Desirable:
24. Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
25. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central
26. Leadership or supervisory experience
You will bring a flexible, adaptable mindset and a continuous improvement approach to workflow and service delivery.
Reward & Benefits
Our client offers a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package,
Highlights include:
27. 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
28. Generous enhanced family leave (including 26 weeks’ full-pay maternity and 12 weeks’ full-pay paternity leave)
29. Annual pay reviews aligned to cost-of-living increases
30. Performance-related pay and bonus schemes
31. USS pension scheme (total contribution 20.6%)
32. £500 annual individual training budget plus extensive development opportunities
33. Access to executive coaching, mentoring, and internal academies
34. Wide-ranging staff discounts and lifestyle benefits through the University’s CAMbens scheme
35. Health and wellbeing support, including counselling and occupational health services
36. Regular social events and community activities
Working Arrangements
This is a hybrid position, with a minimum of two days per week in the Cambridge office (with flexibility required based on business needs). Flexible working hours are available to support work-life balance.
If you are an experienced Sales Ledger professional ready to take the next step in your career within a prestigious and forward-thinking organisation, we would be delighted to hear from you.
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