Sales Ledger Assistant

Salary/Rate:£28000 - £33000 per annum
Sector:Accountancy: Industry & Commerce
Location:West Kent
Job type:Permanent
Job ref:VW1360
Post Date:April 24, 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter

Victoria Woodin
Victoria Woodin
Senior Consultant - Part-Qualified and Transactional Finance

About the Role

The Company

An exciting, growing business based in Sevenoaks is looking to strengthen its finance team with the addition of a Sales Ledger Assistant.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company during a period of growth. The team is friendly, supportive and genuinely collaborative – you won’t just be a number here. It’s a business that values initiative, accuracy and people who take pride in what they do.

The Role

Working within a busy finance function, you’ll take ownership of the sales ledger and play a key part in maintaining strong cashflow and customer relationships.

This role would suit someone confident in an Accounts Receivable / Sales Ledger position who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes a proactive approach.

Key Responsibilities
  • Raising and processing high-volume sales invoices
  • Allocating customer payments and reconciling accounts
  • Chasing outstanding debt in a professional and timely manner
  • Resolving invoice queries and liaising with internal departments
  • Producing aged debtor reports
  • Supporting month-end processes
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date customer records
Desirable Skills & Experience
  • Previous experience in a Sales Ledger / Accounts Receivable role (essential)
  • Confident managing high-volume invoicing
  • Strong reconciliation skills
  • Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
  • Proactive, organised and detail-oriented
  • Comfortable working to deadlines
  • Experience with accounting software and Excel
Benefits
  • £28,000 - £33,000 DOE
  • Full-time, permanent stability
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Opportunity to grow within an expanding business


Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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