Job Description
A privately owned engineering organisation who are looking to add a Purchase Ledger to their team in the North East.
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger to join their finance team on a full-time basis. As a purchase ledger you would ensure accurate supplier accounts, resolve queries efficiently, and contribute to the smooth running of the purchase ledger function. This is a hands-on role within a collaborative team environment, supporting the wider finance function and operational teams.
Main duties will include:
- Accurately input supplier invoices into the finance system.
- Match purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices to ensure accuracy.
- Investigate and resolve invoice queries in collaboration with internal departments and suppliers.
- Prepare and process BACS payments according to agreed timelines.
- Reconcile supplier statements, addressing any missing or mismatched items.
- Maintain compliance with CIS, VAT, and internal financial procedures.
- Allocate and code invoices to the correct cost centres, ensuring approval is obtained.
- Keep ledgers accurate and up to date through regular review and maintenance.
- Create, amend, and monitor supplier account details as required.
- Handle supplier and site enquiries promptly and professionally.
- Assist with audit preparations and support monthly reporting processes.
- Raise one-off payment requests when necessary.
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and support the finance team with continuous improvements.
Skills and experience:
- Minimum of GCSE-level qualifications (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
- Confident using financial software and general IT systems.
- Strong numerical accuracy and organisational ability.
- Capable of managing workload independently while meeting deadlines.
- Effective communicator with a collaborative approach.
- Adaptable and open to new systems or process changes.
- Reliable, trustworthy, and professional in handling financial information.
- Previous experience in accounts payable or purchase ledger is advantageous.
This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.
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Please call Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment to discuss in more detail.
