About Us
Elite Plastics is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of bespoke polythene films, bags and covers. We're looking for a detail-oriented Sales Ledger Assistant to join our finance team and support the smooth running of our accounts receivable function.
Role Overview
The Sales Ledger Assistant will be responsible for maintaining accurate sales ledger records, processing customer invoices, and supporting credit control activities. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong numerical skills and an eye for detail to develop their career within a finance function, with scope for quick progression.
Key Responsibilities
- Raise and process delivery notes, proformas, sales invoices and credit notes accurately and in a timely manner
- Post customer receipts and allocate cash against invoices
- Maintain and reconcile the sales ledger, ensuring records are accurate and up to date
- Investigate and resolve invoice queries and discrepancies
- Oversee credit control, chasing overdue payments and monitoring credit limits
- Liaise with customers and internal departments to resolve billing issues
- Process new customers on our systems
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes as required
- Maintain accurate filing and record-keeping in line with company procedures
Key Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in a similar finance role
- Good working knowledge of Sage accounting software
- Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables an advantage)
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work to deadlines and manage a busy workload
- AAT qualification or working towards it (desirable, not essential)
Personal Attributes
- Highly organised with strong administrative skills
- A team player who can also work independently
- Proactive approach to problem-solving
- Professional and confident when liaising with customers
Benefits
- 20 days holiday (increasing with length of service) + bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Early finish on Fridays
- Free on-site parking
- Social events throughout the year
Pay: £27,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
