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Sales Ledger / Credit Controller | Full-time, Permanent | Gateshead

A well-established, North East business operating within the services sector is looking to recruit a Sales Ledger / Credit Controller to join a growing SME with a strong reputation, offering long-term stability and a supportive environment.


The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the effective management of the Sales Ledger and Credit Control within a small finance team. This is a standalone role requiring a proactive and organised individual who can manage a high-volume workload accurately.

You’ll be responsible for:*Managing the full sales ledger across a varied customer base
*Posting and allocation of incoming payments
*Proactive credit control, including chasing outstanding debt and managing debtor balances
*Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records across the ledger
*Investigating and resolving account queries in collaboration with internal departments
*Leading monthly debtor review meetings with senior stakeholders
*Supporting the wider finance team, including occasional purchase ledger cover

The Person
About You*Experience in Sales Ledger or Credit Control
*Confident managing your own workload and working independently
*Strong attention to detail in fast-paced, transactional environments
*Comfortable communicating across teams and with senior stakeholders
*Proactive, hands-on, and solutions-focused


This position would suit an experienced Sales Ledger or Credit Control professional seeking a stable role within a supportive and well-established organisation.