Overview
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
* Oversee the end-to-end sales ledger process
* Manage and support the Sales Ledger Administrator
* Maintain accurate financial records and ensure policy compliance
Invoicing & Billing
* Ensure timely and accurate invoicing to clients
* Manage programme revenue recognition at month-end
* Create and manage custom programme codes within Microsoft Dynamics
Credit Control & Collections
* Monitor overdue accounts and proactively follow up outstanding invoices
* Collaborate across departments to resolve payment issues
* Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies
* Authorise client refunds
Reporting & Financial Oversight
* Support month-end and year-end reporting
* Improve accounts receivable processes and internal controls
* Handle internal and external queries professionally and efficiently
Systems & Process Improvement
* Utilise Microsoft Dynamics Business Central to ensure accurate accounting entries
* Maximise automation through integrated systems and advanced Excel usage
* 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:
* Experience managing accounts receivable / sales ledger processes
* Strong working knowledge of accounting principles
* Experience in a dynamic finance team environment
* High levels of accuracy and attention to detail, even under pressure
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
* Confident communicator with sound negotiation skills
* Advanced Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel)
Desirable:
* Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
* Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central
* 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:
* 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Generous enhanced family leave (including 26 weeks’ full-pay maternity and 12 weeks’ full-pay paternity leave)
* Annual pay reviews aligned to cost-of-living increases
* Performance-related pay and bonus schemes
* USS pension scheme (total contribution 20.6%)
* £500 annual individual training budget plus extensive development opportunities
* Access to executive coaching, mentoring, and internal academies
* Wide-ranging staff discounts and lifestyle benefits through the University’s CAMbens scheme
* Health and wellbeing support, including counselling and occupational health services
* 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.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please Kul Mahal on INDFIN
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