Sales Ledger Manager

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Sales Ledger Manager
Location: Hybrid – Cambridge (minimum two days per week onsite)
Salary: £38,000–£42,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent | Full-time (40 hours per week)

Our client is a highly respected client based in Cambridge, we are actively supporting them in the appointment of a Sales Ledger Manager to lead their accounts receivable function and play a pivotal role in safeguarding revenue and strengthening financial performance.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of the sales ledger function within a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation. The successful candidate will ensure timely invoicing, effective credit control, and robust accounts receivable processes while leading and developing a Sales Ledger Administrator.

You will work closely with the wider finance team, supporting month-end and year-end processes, improving controls, and driving efficiencies through system enhancements and automation.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable Leadership

Oversee the end-to-end sales ledger process
Manage and support the Sales Ledger Administrator
Maintain accurate financial records and ensure policy compliance
Invoicing & Billing

Ensure timely and accurate invoicing to clients
Manage programme revenue recognition at month-end
Create and manage custom programme codes within Microsoft Dynamics
Credit Control & Collections

Monitor overdue accounts and proactively follow up outstanding invoices
Collaborate across departments to resolve payment issues
Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies
Authorise client refunds
Reporting & Financial Oversight

Support month-end and year-end reporting
Improve accounts receivable processes and internal controls
Handle internal and external queries professionally and efficiently
Systems & Process Improvement

Utilise Microsoft Dynamics Business Central to ensure accurate accounting entries
Maximise automation through integrated systems and advanced Excel usage
Contribute to relevant projects and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Essential:

Experience managing accounts receivable / sales ledger processes
Strong working knowledge of accounting principles
Experience in a dynamic finance team environment
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail, even under pressure
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
Confident communicator with sound negotiation skills
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel)
Desirable:

Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central
Leadership or supervisory experience
You will bring a flexible, adaptable mindset and a continuous improvement approach to workflow and service delivery.

Reward & Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package,

Highlights include:

33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Generous enhanced family leave (including 26 weeks’ full-pay maternity and 12 weeks’ full-pay paternity leave)
Annual pay reviews aligned to cost-of-living increases
Performance-related pay and bonus schemes
USS pension scheme (total contribution 20.6%)
£500 annual individual training budget plus extensive development opportunities
Access to executive coaching, mentoring, and internal academies
Wide-ranging staff discounts and lifestyle benefits through the University’s CAMbens scheme
Health and wellbeing support, including counselling and occupational health services
Regular social events and community activities

Working Arrangements

This is a hybrid position, with a minimum of two days per week in the Cambridge office (with flexibility required based on business needs). Flexible working hours are available to support work-life balance.

If you are an experienced Sales Ledger professional ready to take the next step in your career within a prestigious and forward-thinking organisation, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please Kul Mahal on

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Location:
Cambridge
Salary:
£38,000 - £42,000 /annum Benefits
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Accounting/Financial/Insurance

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