Sales Ledger Manager

Company: Headstar
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Location: Blackburn
Job Description:

This isn’t just about maintaining a ledger, it’s about owning the heartbeat of cash flow. As Sales Ledger Manager, you’ll lead a team responsible for managing high-volume accounts receivable activity, ensuring cash is collected efficiently, revenue is protected, and processes remain robust as the business grows.

What you’ll be doing

  • Leading, mentoring, and developing a sales ledger / accounts receivable team
  • Overseeing high-volume invoicing and cash allocation processes
  • Managing complex billing queries, credit notes, and account reconciliations
  • Driving effective credit control strategies to minimise aged debt and improve cash flow
  • Partnering with finance and operational teams across multiple sites
  • Reviewing and improving processes to strengthen controls and efficiency
  • Supporting acquisitions and integrations from a sales ledger perspective
  • Working closely with system support teams to ensure smooth month-end close
  • Producing reporting on debtor performance, risks, and cash collection metrics
  • Contributing to wider finance transformation and improvement projects

What they’re looking for

  • Experience leading or supervising a sales ledger, credit control, or transactional finance team
  • Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and cash collection cycles
  • Confidence working cross-functionally across finance and operations
  • Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis)
  • Experience with financial systems
  • Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment
  • Exposure to acquisitions or business change would be advantageous

What you’ll get

  • Salary up to £40,000 (depending on experience)
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • The opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing team
  • Hybrid working for flexibility and focus

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Posted: April 10th, 2026