Sales Ledger Manager

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 (url removed)

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