Purchase Ledger

Join Our Finance Team as a Sales & Purchase Ledger Clerk at The Beal Group! Are you ready to elevate your career in finance? The Beal Group, a leading force in our industry, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Sales & Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our dynamic Finance team in Cumbernauld. About the Role: As a Sales & Purchase Ledger Clerk, your responsibilities will be diverse and impactful, from managing sales invoices and credit notes to overseeing supplier payments and cash postings. You’ll be the go-to person for ensuring smooth financial transactions and accurate reporting. Role and responsibilities; Sales Ledger: * Sales Invoice/CR Note Management: Post and email sales invoices and credit notes to customers daily. * Payment Follow-Up: Coordinate with the Sales Team for proforma and payment follow-ups when necessary. * Credit Control: Manage credit control processes via email and phone, address customer issues, and handle the issuance, follow-up, and reconciliation of customer account statements weekly/monthly. * Cash Postings: Perform daily cash postings and allocations. * Sales Invoice Reporting: Generate and review daily sales invoice reports. * Banking Interface: Conduct daily banking interface operations and reconciliations. * Bank Reconciliation: Execute daily bank reconciliations. * Credit Checks: Process credit checks and open new customer accounts as required. Purchase Ledger: * Supplier Payments Review: Oversee the creditor payment listing, review, and approval process bi-weekly. * Supplier Payments: Process daily supplier payments and manage cash postings and allocations. * Supplier Communication: Handle incoming calls and emails from external suppliers daily. General: * Petty Cash: Operate, post, and reconcile petty cash on a daily/monthly basis. * Staff Expenses: Process staff expenses as needed. * Ad-Hoc Tasks: Perform general administrative tasks and assist with intercompany transactions and postings as required. What We’re Looking For: * Analytical Expertise: Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail. * Accounting Systems Knowledge: Proven experience with Sage or other accounting systems. * MS Office Proficiency: Competent in navigating MS Office programs, especially Excel and Outlook. * Pressure Management: Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and meeting strict deadlines. * Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. * Team Collaboration: Capable of working effectively both individually and as part of a small team. Why The Beal Group? At The Beal Group, we value our employees and are committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role that challenges and grows your skills, apply now to join our finance team