Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Council are looking to recruit a Finance Officer - Sales Ledger to join our Transactions and Systems Teamteam based in Ipswich, Suffolk . Full time, part time and job share opportunities will be considered. The successful candidates will earn a competitive of £29,269 - £33,945 per annum (pro rata for part time).
About the Finance Officer - Sales Ledger role
Working within the Sales Ledger module of our Financial Management System, Unit 4, you will be responsible for raising invoices and credit notes and setting up customer payment plans.
You will:
- run processes for the collection of Direct Debits. You will complete routines for failed and cancelled Direct Debits and engage with the customer to secure alternative payment.
- be responsible for identifying customer credits within suspense accounts and allocating these with accuracy.
- work closely with other Service Departments, to ensure that annual charges are raised according to schedule.
- handle customer queries via phone and email, providing copy documents, statements and payment option information.
- work closely with the Credit Controller to reduce aged debt.
About you
To take on this role, you will need to be educated to NVQ 3/A level standard or have gained equivalent knowledge through experience, ideally within a financial environment.
In addition, you will be able to demonstrate:
- keen analytical skills
- the ability to interpret financial information
- confidence in using your own initiative
- a willingness to support other members of the team.
Due to the fast-paced nature of this role, attention to detail is essential, alongside excellent organisational, communication and IT skills.
About us
Working together across our Councils and with our partners in the public, private and voluntary sectors, we provide excellent services to our 190,000 residents across Babergh and Mid Suffolk.
We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment, economy, and communities for our districts. We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work. With picturesque market towns, 60 conservation areas and with two National Landscapes within our districts, it is little wonder that we are consistently within the top 50 places to live in the UK.
Benefits
- Great opportunities for learning and development.
- Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 26 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays).
- Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Wellbeing Support Programme.
- Employee Assist Programme.
- Health Care Options.
Our ways of working
Work is what we do, not where we go! We are committed to working in a more Hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote based working (Business needs permitting). This has worked well for us and is something we will be continuing with.
We are committed to supporting equality and diversity, Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils provide opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible service for our residents.
Closing date:?5 pm, 2 July 2024
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this Finance Officer - Sales Ledger role, even if you don't meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid