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 Role
Key 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 You
To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:
A minimum of 2 years’ solid Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable experience
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.
