Sales Ledger Clerk

Job Title: Sales Ledger Clerk / Accounts Assistant

Nr Tonbridge Kent

27000 per annum

About the Business

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK fresh produce distributor and supplier delivering high-volume goods nationwide. Reporting to the Sales & Purchase Ledger Team Leader this role offers an engaging fast-paced environment where you will manage credit control invoicing and account reconciliation processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage credit control duties to collect outstanding customer payments in an accurate and timely manner.

• Accurately prepare customer invoices using the internal Proof of Delivery (POD) matching process.

• Record and update daily customer receipts against open invoices.

• Investigate and dispute delivery shortages directly with logistics and haulier partners.

• Handle and resolve ad-hoc financial and account queries from internal teams across the business.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in sales ledger accounts receivable or credit control functions.

• Strong numerical skills with high attention to detail.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel Word); experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is desirable.

• Excellent communication skills resilience patience and confidence when negotiating payment collections.

• Ability to prioritise workloads manage deadlines effectively and respond well to changing demands.

Package & Benefits

• Base salary of 27000 per annum

• 33 days holiday allowance (6.6 weeks)

• Company pension scheme and optional share scheme

• Free on-site parking

• Employee Assistance Programme Medicash and Life Assurance / Death in Service benefit

• Cycle2Work scheme and ongoing training & development opportunities

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent (Monday Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM / 40 hours per week)

To apply please submit your up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.