Thank you for expressing an interest in our vacancy for Sales Ledger Controller with our Finance Team.

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1 Welcome to The Benjamin Foundation Thank you for expressing an interest in our vacancy for Sales Ledger Controller with our Finance Team. More information about the position, including a Job Description and Job Specification are enclosed. If you would like to find out more information about the service, please take a look at our website If you have any questions regarding the vacancy, please contact the HR Department on / or recruitment@benjaminfoundation.co.uk Please return your completed applications by to:- recruitment@benjaminfoundation.co.uk Or by post to: HR Department The Benjamin Foundation St Andrews Street Norwich NR2 4TP

2 Sales Ledger Controller Finance Team Head Office, Norwich hours per week Salary: 19, p.a. ( per hour) Plus employer pension scheme The Benjamin Foundation is looking to recruit a Sales Ledger Controller to support all areas of The Benjamin Foundation and Ben s Social Enterprises Ltd in invoicing, debt collection and income recognition. The Benjamin Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for successful applicants. The Benjamin Foundation embeds the Nurtured Heart Approach which creates strong and improved relationships by focusing on positive behaviour rather than energising negativity, providing clear rules and consequences, creating an environment in which people thrive. To apply, visit OR recruitment@benjaminfoundation.co.uk Tel: / Closing Date: Friday 3 rd August 2018 (Noon) Date: Wednesday 15 th /Thursday 16 th August (Norwich)

3 Sales ledger controller Job description Job title: Sales ledger controller Employer: Location: Contract: The Benjamin Foundation Head Office Permanent Salary: Pay Point 19 Hours of work: Department: Reporting to: Finance Corporate Finance Manager Job purpose To support all areas of The Benjamin Foundation & Bens Social Enterprises Ltd in invoicing, debt collection and income recognition. To provide finance support to the finance manager. To take on specified responsibilities according to competence and experience. Main duties To raise and distribute invoices for all areas of The Benjamin Foundation & Bens Social Enterprises Ltd To review customer accounts on a weekly basis Chase overdue debts within agreed timescales Raise credit notes where appropriate To reconcile bank accounts and ensure all income is correctly accounted for To provide timely resolution of invoice and account queries to all stakeholders Assist in preparation of monthly management accounts for distribution to managers, SMT and the Board Provide commentary on invoicing and debt recovery Participate in the annual budget setting process Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements as required Ensure financial regulations are followed at all times Provide additional reporting as requested by managers, SMT, the Board or funders

4 Maintain confidentiality with regards to sensitive financial information To build and maintain relationships with colleagues, customers and suppliers of The Benjamin Foundation To carry out financial tasks including typing routine letters/ s, filing and maintaining finance files To be able handle cash, draw cheques and complete lodgement books to complete the banking To be confident while using the online banking facilities for expenditure and income purposes To be confident with day to day telephone duties and telephone messages Training & Development To participate in any other training relevant to the role To participate in all Health & Safety training relevant to the Head Office To do what is required in the role for the finance team to be effective Other To build and maintain key working relationships to high standards at all times To be able to problem solve with finance queries To undertake all other duties appropriate to the role. To adhere to the organisations Health & Safety Policies and Procedures Jobholder : Line Manager: Signature: Signature: Date: Date: Date to be reviewed:

5 Sales ledger controller Person Specification Criteria Details Essential Desirable Assessed Qualifications AAT qualified or relevant experience Application form Experience Confident in dealing with people at all levels Ability to work as part of a team but also to use own initiative To be able to use an accounting software, preferably Sage Experience working in Application form credit control Understanding the importance of customer service skills Knowledge & Administrative skills to Application form Skills include ability to draft letters and forms To be competent in dealing with cash, cheques and banking/online banking. To have an understanding of Charity accounts. To have basic financial knowledge of accounts and double entry Excellent telephone manner/customer service Accuracy /attention to detail Application form Competent in use of Microsoft Office software Application form Personal Qualities Committed to Personal Development Ability to analyse financial information Hard working, flexible and able to demonstrate common sense

6 An ability to communicate clearly Personable and engaging Ability to work under pressure A determination to provide a high quality of service and confidentiality Trustworthy and reliable Additional A sense of humour A willingness to be a part of the success of The Benjamin Foundation