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The Job Shop Recruitment Service SW Ltd
Sales & Purchase Ledger Assistant
Heathfield, East Sussex
- Hours
- Part Time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Salary
- £13 - Hour
- Recruiter
- The Job Shop Recruitment Service SW Ltd
- Closes
- 18 Oct 2025
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Job Shop Recruitment has a fantastic opportunity for an energetic, enthusiastic, and creative individual to join our small team in the role of Sales and Purchase Ledger Assistant.
If you thrive in a people facing role and pride yourself on providing excellent service, we’d love to hear from you – apply online today!
Sales & Purchase Ledger Assistant
Newton Abbot
* Part Time, Permanent
* Salary starting from £13 per hour
* Immediate start available
Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK
Our client is a leading supplier of fluid power products, specialising in servicing Water Utility, Food & Industrial sectors. With over 20 years of experience, we prioritise customer satisfaction and innovation.
Benefits
* Auto-enrolment pension scheme
* Free on-site parking
* Working hours: Monday to Friday, from 9:00am to 3:00pm, with a 1/2-hour lunch break
* Single location for work based in a vibrant office with a dynamic and friendly team
* 20 days annual leave
Key Responsibilities of the Role:
* Undertake the posting / loading of customer and supplier invoices, together with receipts and payments plus statement reconciliation and credit control
* Monitoring quote requests and orders via phone, email, and the web
* Monitor delivery status and resolve issues with customers and suppliers
* Manage customer backorders and coordinate warehouse picking
* Address customer queries and requests promptly and satisfactorily
* Review and process customer return requests
* Build and maintain positive working relationships
About You:
Essential:
* Sales and/or purchase ledger maintenance (bookkeeping) experience
* Education: GCSE, A-Level, or equivalent
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and ICT applications
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
* Self-motivated with problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
Desirable:
* Familiarity with Sage Accounts software or similar tools
* Use of web-based applications
* Own transportation
If that sounds like you, don’t hesitate to apply! This position is a permanent position with a three-month probationary period, to start immediately or at an agreed date following appointment
Ad ID: 5416979555
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