Sales Ledger Manager

  • £33000 - £40000.00 per annum
  • Full Time
  • Knutsford
  • Accountancy
  • 07/07/2026
  • Transactional Finance
  • BBBH10668
  • Sales Ledger Manager
  • Permanent
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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).

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