Details:
- Salary: £27,000 - 30,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Leeds West Yorkshire
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
Finance Assistant (Sales Ledger)
Location: Leeds
Salary: £27,000-£30,000 depending on experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About the Company
Search are recruiting for an experienced Finance Assistant to join a growing business in Leeds. This role focuses on the sales ledger, including invoicing, credit control, rebates, refunds, cash allocation and reconciliation. You will work closely with customers and internal teams to ensure accuracy, efficiency and excellent service.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone confident working with large data sets, ERP systems (NetSuite experience is advantageous but not essential), and Excel, who is looking to grow within a dynamic finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Ledger & Invoicing
Raise accurate invoices and process rebates in line with agreementsCredit Control & Cash Collection
Chase overdue payments and allocate cash/remittancesCustomer & Stakeholder Management
Resolve queries, disputes, and issue refunds
Maintain accurate account records and strong customer relationships
Collaborate with internal teams and support ad hoc enquiriesData & Reporting
Analyse and reconcile data using Excel
Manage invoicing and collections across systems and portalsOther Duties
Support month-end processes and continuous improvements
Provide wider finance team cover and assist with ad hoc tasks
Skills & Experience
Technical & Finance Skills
Experience in Finance Assistant, Credit Control, Sales Ledger or Accounts Receivable
AAT qualified, part‑qualified, or QBE
Strong Excel skills, including formulas and large data sets
ERP experience (NetSuite desirable)
Understanding of sales ledger, credit control, cash allocation and reconciliations
Personal Attributes
Excellent written and verbal communication
High attention to detail and accuracy
Proactive team player
Continuous improvement mindset
Able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Friendly, approachable and professional
What We Offer
A collaborative team culture with regular social events
Genuine career progression and support for further training
The stability and opportunities of a well‑established group
Holidays plus bank holidays
Excellent benefits
How to Apply
If you are ready to join a growing finance team and play a key role in our next stage of growth, we would love to hear from you.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age