Purchase Ledger Assistant – FTC

A well-established, growing business is looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to ensure accurate timely transactional processing of supplier invoices/payments to support the delivery of financial information for the business.

You will receive a salary of £25,000 per annum along with the opportunity to work remotely/from home 1-2 days per week, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a workplace pension.

This is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract role, working either 08:00-16:00 OR 09:00-17:00 with a 30 minute lunch break.

As a Purchase Ledger Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Timely and accurate processing of UK and overseas invoices/credit notes approximately (GBP / USD / EUR) to agreed terms for the company ensuring they comply with all UK VAT regulations
• Supplier master data maintenance
• Resolution of price and quantity queries with suppliers prior to payment
• Management and continuous review of creditors ledger
• Processing receipts onto client accounts
• Weekly payment runs via BACS
• Matching PO’s and GRN’s to invoices
• Supplier statement reconciliations and resolving balancing items with internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Month end PO accruals
• Liaison with Procurement Department, Engineering Department and Sales in relation to pricing / query resolution and 3 way match process
• Answering calls and emails for account/invoice queries and payment dates
• Processing of staff expenses

We are looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant who has the following skills and experiences:

• Previous experience in a similar role ideally in a manufacturing environment
• High level of attention to detail
• You will need to demonstrate excellent IT skills, with an ability to use Excel to an intermediate level
• Must be able to work using own initiative as well as being part of a team
• Professional attitude
• Numerate with the ability to communicate effectively both internally and externally at all levels
• Ability to work well under pressure and prioritise to meet monthly deadlines
• Demonstrates a ‘can-do’ attitude

To apply for this role a Purchase Ledger Assistant, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV.