The Purchase Ledger role is generally responsible for making BACS or cheque payments, generating coding and checking invoices, working out VAT payments, checking and reconciling statements and dealing with all purchase enquiries.
Client Details
A well established organisation with offices based across the UK are now looking to bring a Purchase Ledger focused Accounts Assistant into the team.
Description
*Ensure that purchase ledger invoices are coded and processed with the correct narrative.
*Ensure that Supplier account queries are dealt with to a consistently high standard.
*Ensure that the purchase ledger payment runs are in-line with supplier terms and enable full take-up of settlement discounts available.
*Set up new supplier accounts and maintain existing account details within the purchase ledger.
*Weekly and Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements and accounts.
*Assist in the preparation of purchase summaries.
*Post nominal ledger journal vouchers.
*Issue manual purchase orders.
*Ensure that all purchase ledger invoices & batch prints are filed.
*Ensure Health & Safety policy is fully observed.
*Other reasonable duties as arising, as specified by the Management Accountant.
Profile
A successful Purchase Ledger Controller should have:
*A strong understanding of accounting principles
*Prepared to manage a High Volume processing role.
*Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
*Previous experience in a similar role
*Relevant Bookkeeping/Purchase Ledger/Accounting Background
*AAT Studier / Qualified
Job Offer
*A competitive salary
*Opportunity for hybrid working
*A supportive and collaborative work environment
We welcome all qualified Purchase Ledger Clerks who thrive in a fast-paced environment to apply. This is a great opportunity to join a vibrant team and make your mark in the accounting and finance sector.