Ledger Assistant

Ledger Assistant Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum Contract: 6-Month Fixed Term Contract (with potential to become permanent) Start Date: Immediate We are currently recruiting for a…

Pay rate £28,000 – £30,000/year
Contract type Contract
Posted 8 September 2026

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Ledger Assistant

Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
Contract: 6-Month Fixed Term Contract (with potential to become permanent)
Start Date: Immediate

We are currently recruiting for a Ledger Assistant to join a busy and supportive finance team based in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

This is initially a 6-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of becoming a permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Ledger / Accounts Receivable

Allocating and processing customer payments
Raising and issuing customer invoices
Supporting credit control activities
Resolving account queries and investigating discrepancies
Raising credit notes as required

Purchase Ledger Support

Reconciling supplier statements
Assisting the Purchase Ledger team with day-to-day tasks
Supporting month-end activities and general ledger administration
Providing additional administrative support across the finance function

About You

Previous experience within Accounts Receivable / Sales Ledger is essential
Purchase Ledger experience would be highly advantageous
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good problem-solving skills and the ability to investigate and resolve queries
Confident communicator with excellent organisational skills
Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

What's on Offer?

Salary of £28,000 - £30,000
Immediate start available
Opportunity to gain broad finance experience
Supportive and friendly working environment
Potential for the role to become permanent

Apply today to be considered for this excellent opportunity in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

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