Ben Sherman is a legendary name in menswear, creating iconic wardrobe staples since 1963. Adopted by the Mod movement of the 60s and beyond, subcultural style runs through every stitch. Each Ben Sherman collection is inspired by decades of heritage, with an unmistakeably British identity that's influenced by the past but always looking forward.

As a truly global brand with a commitment to producing fresh, innovative collections every season, fantastic new retail spaces and further advancing our digital presence, we're always on the lookout for enthusiastic, talented and passionate individuals to join our team.

Purpose of the role:

  Manage the Sales Ledger ensuring accurate recording of all sales ledger transactions. Manage credit and cash control; ensuring debts are collected on a timely basis and cash accounts are reconciled weekly.    

Responsibilities: 

Management of Sales Ledger

• Manage the sales ledger ensuring receipts are posted and allocated, and the ledger is kept up to date.
• Issue monthly statements to customers and ensure the books align with them.
• Ensure the timely collection of balances due to minimise the company’s risk of bad debts and proactively manage slow and late payers. Make management aware of problematic customers ahead of time.
• Liaise with the wholesale department to review the sales ledger weekly, ensuring any issues are highlighted.
• Produce and send out weekly credit held list.
• Calculate and post 3rd party concession commission and allocate remittances.
• Calculate and produce commission statements for all agents.
• Respond to both internal and external enquiries concerning sales ledger transactions.

Management of Bank accounts

• Post and reconcile daily bank receipts and allocate to the correct customer accounts in a timely manner.
• Complete bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Monitor and manage the unallocated cash/receipts account; clear items on a timely basis.
• Maintain bank account master data (where appropriate) and support the setup of new bank accounts/mandates in line with controls.
• Support month-end close by ensuring all receipts are posted, bank reconciliations are complete, and any accruals/prepayments relating to banking are identified.
• Liaise with banks/payment providers and internal teams to resolve payment queries and improve cash allocation.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, anti-fraud procedures, and segregation of duties.
• Open to continuous improvement for all processes

Other duties

• Provide additional cover/ support to the Accounts Payable team

• Liaise with stores weekly to ensure smooth cash collections and deliveries with G4S and banks.
• Carry out any additional duties as required assisting in maximising the potential and efficiency of the Accounts department.

• Previous experience of working within an Accounts department
• Able to demonstrate relevant professional experience/professional or academic qualifications 
• Strong numerical skills. 
• Good Microsoft Excel and IT skills. 
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. 
• Strong levels of communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Excellent organisational skills. • Proactive and flexible approach. 
• Capable of working to tight deadlines. 
• Ability to prioritise and work well under pressure. 
• Dedicated and responsible approach to job role. 
• Ability to work both independently and within a small team. 
• Flexible in working hours (particularly at month-end).

Ben Sherman is a legendary name in menswear, creating iconic wardrobe staples since 1963. Adopted by the Mod movement of the 60s and beyond, subcultural style runs through every stitch. Each Ben Sherman collection is inspired by decades of heritage, with an unmistakeably British identity that's influenced by the past but always looking forward.

As a truly global brand with a commitment to producing fresh, innovative collections every season, fantastic new retail spaces and further advancing our digital presence, we're always on the lookout for enthusiastic, talented and passionate individuals to join our team.

Purpose of the role:

  Manage the Sales Ledger ensuring accurate recording of all sales ledger transactions. Manage credit and cash control; ensuring debts are collected on a timely basis and cash accounts are reconciled weekly.    

Responsibilities: 

Management of Sales Ledger

• Manage the sales ledger ensuring receipts are posted and allocated, and the ledger is kept up to date.
• Issue monthly statements to customers and ensure the books align with them.
• Ensure the timely collection of balances due to minimise the company’s risk of bad debts and proactively manage slow and late payers. Make management aware of problematic customers ahead of time.
• Liaise with the wholesale department to review the sales ledger weekly, ensuring any issues are highlighted.
• Produce and send out weekly credit held list.
• Calculate and post 3rd party concession commission and allocate remittances.
• Calculate and produce commission statements for all agents.
• Respond to both internal and external enquiries concerning sales ledger transactions.

Management of Bank accounts

• Post and reconcile daily bank receipts and allocate to the correct customer accounts in a timely manner.
• Complete bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Monitor and manage the unallocated cash/receipts account; clear items on a timely basis.
• Maintain bank account master data (where appropriate) and support the setup of new bank accounts/mandates in line with controls.
• Support month-end close by ensuring all receipts are posted, bank reconciliations are complete, and any accruals/prepayments relating to banking are identified.
• Liaise with banks/payment providers and internal teams to resolve payment queries and improve cash allocation.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, anti-fraud procedures, and segregation of duties.
• Open to continuous improvement for all processes

Other duties

• Provide additional cover/ support to the Accounts Payable team

• Liaise with stores weekly to ensure smooth cash collections and deliveries with G4S and banks.
• Carry out any additional duties as required assisting in maximising the potential and efficiency of the Accounts department.

• Previous experience of working within an Accounts department
• Able to demonstrate relevant professional experience/professional or academic qualifications 
• Strong numerical skills. 
• Good Microsoft Excel and IT skills. 
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. 
• Strong levels of communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Excellent organisational skills. • Proactive and flexible approach. 
• Capable of working to tight deadlines. 
• Ability to prioritise and work well under pressure. 
• Dedicated and responsible approach to job role. 
• Ability to work both independently and within a small team. 
• Flexible in working hours (particularly at month-end).