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Purchase Ledger Clerk

WHITAKER SMITH RECRUITMENT LTD
WA110AG
£27,000 – £30,000
1 day ago

Skills & Technologies

AgileSupply ChainProcess ImprovementAccountingImplementationHRERPCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsAttention to DetailAccounts Payable

Job Description

Purchase Ledger Clerk

Based: Haydock

Salary: up to £30k + 28 days holiday (plus stats) + AAT study (if you desire, not essential) + matched pension + DIS + insurance & more

We are exclusively working with a fast-growing SME seeking an experienced and proactive Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys contributing beyond traditional purchase ledger responsibilities with the opportunity to get involved in wider finance if they desire. Having placed the previous Purchase Ledger Clerk who has just been promoted to an Assistant Accountant position, there is fantastic opportunity for growth if you would like it!

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, expenses and timesheets, whilst working closely with departments across the business and supporting ongoing process improvement initiatives, including ERP system implementation.

Role

Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.

Match, code and post invoices to the accounting system.

Resolve invoice queries and discrepancies with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate supplier accounts.

Support payment run preparation and supplier payment processes.

Review, verify and process employee expense claims in accordance with company policies.

Process contractor and employee timesheets accurately and within agreed deadlines.

Investigate and resolve any discrepancies relating to expenses or timesheet submissions.

Work closely with Supply Chain, Operations, HR and other departments to ensure smooth financial processes.

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Provide support and guidance on purchase order, invoice and expense processes.

Contribute positively to change initiatives within a rapidly growing business.

Experience

Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or similar finance role essential

Strong understanding of invoice processing and supplier account reconciliations.

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments

Able to be agile working in a fast paced, changing environment

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