About the Role
<p><b>Senior Sales Ledger Clerk</b></p>
<p><b>Leeds</b></p>
<p><b>Salary £32,000 – £37,000</b></p>
<p>Our client is a leading UK provider of specialist waste, industrial cleaning, and drainage services, delivering safe, efficient, and sustainable solutions to keep essential infrastructure running smoothly across the nation.</p>
<p>Founded in 2011, they have rapidly grown into a trusted partner for both public and private sector clients. Their continued investment in people, technology, and innovation drives their success and underpins their reputation for quality, reliability, and environmental responsibility.</p>
<p>This role is responsible for accurately preparing, issuing, and sending invoices to customers, while working closely with credit control to maintain the sales ledger and ensure timely payments.</p>
<p>Key duties include verifying pricing, maintaining control over quotations to ensure accuracy, resolving billing discrepancies, maintaining financial records, and supporting accounts receivable functions. The role requires a high level of attention to detail and strong communication skills.</p>
<p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p>
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<li><b>Invoicing:</b> Generating and sending invoices, credit memos, and account statements in a timely manner.</li>
<li><b>Accuracy:</b> Verifying purchase orders, delivery receipts, and service agreements to ensure accurate pricing and itemisation. Checking and ensuring quotes are accurate and complete before sending to customers.</li>
<li><b>Data Entry:</b> Working with customer procurement portals (e.g. Ariba, Tradex, Web Contractor) to upload invoicing and job information.</li>
<li><b>Query Resolution:</b> Investigating and resolving billing discrepancies, and handling customer queries relating to invoices.</li>
<li><b>Accounts Receivable Support:</b> Recording payments, following up on overdue accounts (collections), and reconciling accounts.</li>
<li><b>System Management:</b> Using accounting software to process billing and maintain accurate financial records.</li>
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<p><b>Required Skills and Qualifications:</b></p>
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<li><b>Education:</b> High school diploma or equivalent – an accounting or finance qualification is preferred.</li>
<li><b>Experience:</b> Previous experience in invoicing, bookkeeping, or accounts receivable is required.</li>
<li><b>Technical Skills:</b> Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and ERP / Accounting software. Experience with Sage and Big Change is preferable.</li>
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