Purchase Ledger, RECRUITMENT HELPLINE

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Location: Newark, NG24

About The Company

Since being established in 1984, they have grown to become the UK’s market leading gate and barrier company and has cemented a legacy that is synonymous with quality, reliability and service. The company ethos has always been to put the client first. Engaging with their clients and using their wealth of employee experience and expertise to deliver a first-class product every time.

About The Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager you will manage and maintain an efficient Purchase Ledger function under the supervision of the relevant heads of that department as well as providing general administrative support to the wider business.

Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger

• Assisting with keeping an orderly purchase ledger
• Answering accounts queries via telephone and email
• Drawing up payment run schedules for approval
• Making emergency payments i.e. proformas/credit cards once approved
• Matching Invoices to PO’s
• Setting up new suppliers
• Sending invoices out for approval
• Controlling the speed in which invoices are turned around (7 days standard)
• Posting payments onto banking system and update cash flow
• Posting the banks to Cash Book each morning and processing the Bank Reconciliations
• Managing credit card & staff expenses
• Other purchase ledger duties
• Reconciling Statements
• Managing a dedicated purchase ledger email inbox

Administration

• A variety of administration duties to support the business including but not limited to:
  • Taking external and internal telephone calls
  • Scanning, filing and laminating
  • Managing mail

Skills & Knowledge

• Proven experience of high-volume invoice and data processing
• Ability to collate data and format reports as required
• Competent in both Excel and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• Excellent IT skills with knowledge of ERP systems (Sage, Oracle, SAP etc.)
• Good numeracy and analytical skills

Qualifications

• 5 GCSE’s or equivalent at Grade C or above (including English and Maths)
• Intermediate AAT is desirable