Full job descriptionPurchase Ledger ClerkOffice Based | Monday to Friday | 9:00am - 5:30pm
We are recruiting for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join an established finance team.
This is a hands-on purchase ledger role, responsible for processing supplier invoices across a number of Group companies, managing supplier queries, completing reconciliations and supporting with weekly payment runs.
We are looking for someone with at least 2 years’ solid purchase ledger / accounts payable experience who is confident managing their own workload and dealing directly with suppliers and internal teams.
The RoleKey responsibilities will include:
*Processing contractor and supplier invoices across multiple Group companies
*Managing multiple finance mailboxes and ensuring invoices are processed accurately and efficiently
*Matching invoices to purchase orders and investigating any price or quantity discrepancies
*Liaising with suppliers and internal teams to resolve invoice queries
*Taking ownership of invoices placed on hold and proactively working to resolve outstanding issues
*Completing monthly supplier statement reconciliations and investigating any discrepancies
*Preparing weekly supplier payment runs for approval and payment
*Posting daily cash transactions
*Assisting with the setup and maintenance of new and existing supplier accounts
*Processing sundry and ad-hoc payments as required
*Responding to general accounts queries from regional teams
*Supporting the finance team with year-end audit requests
*Identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies within the purchase ledger function
*Providing general finance and administrative support when required
About YouTo be considered for this role, you will ideally have:
*A minimum of 2 years’ solid Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable experience
*Experience completing supplier statement reconciliations
*Confidence resolving supplier and invoice queries
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload
*Good attention to detail and accuracy
*A professional and confident telephone manner
*Good written and verbal communication skills
*A proactive and process-driven approach
*The ability to work effectively as part of a team while taking ownership of your own workload
Desirable:
*Experience using Qube software
*Good Excel skills
*AAT qualified or currently studying towards AAT
Hours*Monday to Friday
*9:00am - 5:30pm
*1-hour unpaid lunch
*Fully office based
Benefits*25 days’ annual leave
*Free onsite parking
*Company pension - 4% employee / 4% employer contribution
*Death in Service - 3x annual salary
*Company sickness scheme
This role would suit an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk or Accounts Assistant looking for a stable position within an established finance team.