26 is the visionary agency. We use intelligence and imagination to help brands create experiences that deeply connect with their customers, deliver powerful results, and accelerate their position in the digital-first world. As one of the leading digital agencies in the UK, we have big ideas and the skills to make these a reality for our clients.
We’ve spent the past 17 years at the forefront of innovation and we’re shaping the digital future. We work with ground-breaking start-ups and global scale enterprises, counting the likes of Fortnum & Mason, GHD, Wilko, Asda Money and Arla Foods amongst our clients.
The work we do spans every corner of the digital world; from data and research to digital strategy. From digital experiences to media campaigns.
We are looking for Sales Ledger Assistant who is an organised individual, able to work proactively and well under pressure, producing timely and accurate work within tight deadlines. You should be a keen and self-motivated with good communication skills and a methodical approach to work.
Based in our Leeds office (hybrid and flexible working) which offers inspiring state-of-the-art working environment and facilities, along with support and focused learning and development opportunities surrounded by a diverse, innovative, and creative bunch who love to share knowledge and skills helping to generate bold ideas that push the possibilities of the digital landscape.
What you'll be doing
- Monthly Billing and liaising with Client Services to resolve any billing matters in a timely and accurate manner
- Full responsibility for revenue reconciliations for all teams
- Full responsibility of reconciling the accrued and deferred income control accounts for the business.
- Weekly Reporting of debtor’s to SLT (Senior Leadership Team) with supporting commentary on Aged Debt.
- Assist Transaction Manager with chasing debtors and maintaining relationships with client contacts.
- Support on the bi-weekly cash flow forecast by plotting expected client payments.
- Work with the Revenue Accountant to ensure correct revenue recognition and liaising with client services and Operations in relation to this.
- Monthly update of KPI sheet
- Credit Control for the business and working with reported cash targets
- Management Reports for the Crown Commercial Services (MI reporting system) for all current frameworks and then uploading within the external deadlines
- Work closely with client services team to assist with billing, debtors, and reporting
- Set up of new clients including credit checks and insurance where required
- Maintain credit insurance limits and reporting where necessary
- To support the agency in its delivery of ISO27001, including where applicable additional responsibilities for ISO asset owners (informed separately)
- Actively look to improve the process of billing clients by reducing scope for error and increasing efficiency.
- Work with Paprika support team to utilise Paprika i2 to full capacity.
What we need
Skills/experience: AAT Qualified or Studying Towards Level 4.Minimum 12 months experience in a similar role. Experience of sales ledger and credit control essential if you have worked in an agency that would be an advantage. Demonstrated attention to detail and being able to deal with all stakeholders.
Key Attributes: Methodical and organised. Ability to demonstrate high performance behaviours including influence, empathy, people development and team building. Ability to analyse and resolve problems quickly and effectively. Able to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, discretion and maturity in relation to interacting with individuals (both internal & external) at all levels.
Technology: Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite, Email and Internet.
Systems: Experience of Paprika is an advantage though not essential as training will be given.
Proficient use of Excel to a good standard is essential. Abide by agency security requirements – ISO27001.
Why be a 26er?
We are not just a group of people who work at the same place. We are a team who work collaboratively towards a common goal with our clients and with each other.
Being a 26er is about being part of a team who strive for excellence and support each other to work to the best of our ability; together we achieve great things. We have high expectations, and we give a lot in return, here are some of the amazing benefits we offer -
- Competitive salary
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Annual bonus
- Career development
- Training and professional development
- Outstanding private healthcare package for you and your family
- Enhanced holidays of 25 days plus bank holiday rising with service (plus an extra day for your birthday and Christmas eve)
- Employee assistance programme with access to mental health support and online GP
- Wellbeing activities such as morning meditation and yoga
- Perkbox
- Weekly food and drink treats
- Social events a-plenty
- £1000 direct application bonus* (when quoting code DAF23)
*By applying direct you will qualify for a bonus of up to £1000 when you pass your probation. To qualify for this, you must include the code DAF23 in your covering letter.
We welcome applications from previous candidates and pride ourselves of on our values with equality at the core. We do this by hiring and developing a diverse mix of talented people that contribute to our success. Creating a culture of equality isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s also the smart thing. Diverse companies are more innovative and successful. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
If you require any of this information or an application form in an alternative format, or you would simply like to discuss the role, please contact our Talent Manager, Alexis Beach.
We are shaping the digital future. Be part of our team. Be part of what comes next.
Notice to Recruitment Professionals
Please do not contact us regarding this role. While we respect that many companies do need recruitment agencies, we do not at the moment, and we are happiest recruiting for ourselves. Any resume submitted to us before any agreement with us will be deemed the sole property of twentysix, and in the event of a candidate being hired outside of an agreement, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.