Sales Ledger Manager

Job in Newry, County Down, BT34, Northern Ireland, UK

Listing for: ADAPTABLE RECRUITMENT LTD

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-10

Job specializations:

Finance & Banking
Accounts Receivable/ Collections
Accounting
Accounts Receivable/ Collections

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 GBP Yearly GBP 40000.00 YEAR

Adaptable Recruitment are exclusively partnering with a growing business based in Knutsford who is looking to recruit a high calibre Sales Ledger Manager to join their experienced team on a permanent basis.

Salary and Benefits £33000-£40000 DOE 25 days holidays 8 bank holidays Free Parking on site Job Accountabilities Team Management:
Supervise, train, and develop the sales ledger/credit control team. Set objectives, monitor performance, and conduct regular appraisals. Sales Ledger Oversight:
Oversee the maintenance and accuracy of the sales ledger. Ensure all sales invoices and credit notes are raised in a timely and accurate manner. Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies. Reconcile daily receipts and allocate cash Credit Control & Cash Collection:
Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on overdue accounts. Implement and enforce the company's credit policy. Liaise with customers to resolve payment issues and disputes. Manage legal escalations where necessary. Daily calls with customers when required- regular for key customers Ensure accounts do not reach retention (120 Days) Reporting & Analysis:
Prepare weekly and monthly debtor reports and KPIs. Support the finance team with audit preparation and external reporting . System & Process Improvement:
Ensure sales ledger processes are efficient and compliant with company policies. Contribute to system enhancements and finance transformation projects. Maintain accurate documentation and procedures. Experience needed:
Proven experience in a similar Sales Ledger, Credit Control, or Accounts Receivable Manager role. Strong knowledge of accounting principles related to sales ledger and revenue recognition. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Proficient in financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage, or similar) and Excel.

Experience with managing a team and improving processes. AAT qualified or equivalent (desirable).