Accounts Assistant / Sales Ledger Clerk – Stoke on Trent – Finance and Accounting

Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant / Sales Ledger Clerk looking for a role where your accuracy and organisation really make a difference? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, supportive finance team and take responsibility for the smooth running of the Accounts Assistant / Sales Ledger Clerk across several group companies.

If you enjoy variety, problem-solving, and working with numbers, this could be the perfect next step in your finance career.

Key Details

• Job Title: Accounts Assistant            
• Location: Staffordshire
• Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum DOE
• Sector: Finance and Accounting

What You’ll Be Doing

As the Accounts Assistant / Sales Ledger Clerk, you’ll play a key role in keeping supplier accounts accurate and up to date. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Take full ownership of the sales ledger and debtor position
• Proactively chase overdue debts by phone and email in line with agreed credit terms
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers to ensure timely payment
• Resolve payment queries efficiently, liaising with sales, operations, and senior finance staff where required
• Monitor credit limits and highlight any risks or deteriorating payment trends
• Prepare weekly debtor reports, highlighting aged debt, high‑risk accounts, and actions taken
• Support cashflow forecasting by providing accurate and timely debtor information
• Prepare, send, notify and follow up on project-based and recurring invoices.
• Assist with bank reconciliations
• Support month‑end processes, including accruals and ledger reviews
• Maintain accurate finance records and filing in line with internal controls

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from people who have:

• Previous experience in a Accounts Assistant or Credit Controller role, ideally within a multi-entity or group environment
• Good Excel skills and experience using accounting systems / ERPs
• Confident communicator, comfortable chasing debt by phone and email
• Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with colleagues and suppliers
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

It would be great (but not essential) if you also have:

• Experience working in a shared service or centralised finance team
• An AAT qualification or are currently working towards one

What’s in It for You

In return, you’ll be joining a supportive, growing business that truly values its people. You’ll benefit from:

• A positive, collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Free on-site parking
• The chance to be part of a company with strong values and a commitment to continuous improvement

If you are interested in this Accounts Assistant / Sales Ledger Clerk role and feel you have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you! Please apply today to be considered for this opportunity.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Appointments Personnel, who are acting as an employment agency.

Accounts Assistant / Sales ledger Clerk – Stoke on Trent – Finance and Accounting