Sales Ledger Supervisor

We have an exciting opportunity for a Sales Ledger Supervisor to join a friendly and supportive logistics business. This role has opened up to cover a maternity leave for 12-18 months, and you'll be leading a team of two in a fast-paced environment. The company is well-regarded for its strong team culture and collaborative approach, making it a fantastic place to build on your leadership skills.

As Sales Ledger Supervisor, you'll be responsible for overseeing the sales ledger function, ensuring accurate invoicing, reporting, and reconciliations while actively looking for ways to streamline processes to improve efficiency. The position offers hybrid working and convenient on-site parking, making it a great fit for someone looking for flexibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Have the chance to get involved with process improvements by reviewing and streamlining tasks to create time efficiencies within the team.
• Overseeing and reviewing team processing to ensure accurate postings and supporting team members in achieving their best performance.
• Providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the team, including training, monitoring progress, and offering regular 1-to-1 support.
• Working alongside the team to raise manual invoices and credit notes (ad hoc, weekly, and monthly), while also managing regular monthly invoicing via accounts systems and manual methods.
• Overseeing month-end closure of the sales ledger, including generating and distributing reports.
• Taking ownership of opening new accounts within depot portals and the accounts system, ensuring a smooth and efficient setup process.
• Managing and updating surcharge information, such as fuel surcharges, rates, and zones, while ensuring systems remain accurate and current.
• Handling intercompany cleardown, journals, matching, and reporting, with a focus on enhancing accuracy and efficiency.
• Conducting thorough reconciliation work for insurance and VAT queries, ensuring precision and compliance across all accounts.
• Updating customer account information, including credit limits and address changes.
• Providing holiday cover for team members when needed.

Candidate Attributes and Skills:

• Proven experience in a sales ledger or supervisory role, ideally having overseen and supported team members through training, guidance, and regular 1-to-1 support.
• Exposure to KPI management and the ability to monitor and enhance team performance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a supportive and approachable style.
• Strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to process improvement.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in reporting.
• Proficient in Excel and familiar with accounting systems.
• Availability to start as soon as possible.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working for better work-life balance.
• On-site parking for convenience.
• Supportive and welcoming team environment.
• Opportunity to lead, mentor, and shape a small team.

This role is perfect for someone with previous sales ledger or supervisory experience looking to step up and make an impact within a well-established logistics business. If you have a strong background in team support and process improvement, we'd love to hear from you!

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