Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our finance team. This role involves supporting the accounts payable process, ensuring accurate data entry, and maintaining efficient financial operations. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting software and excellent analysis skills, contributing to the smooth running of our financial procedures. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested accounting functions.
Responsibilities
- Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently within NetSuite.
- Ensure all invoices are authorised and matched to approved Purchase Orders and Item Receipts in accordance with company policy.
- Manage supplier payment runs for allocated branches, including weekly, mid-month, month-end and ad hoc payments.
- Allocate supplier payments accurately within the purchase ledger following payment.
- Post daily bank transactions and maintain accurate financial records.
- Reconcile supplier accounts to supplier statements, investigating and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Liaise regularly with allocated branches to resolve invoice and payment queries.
- Prepare weekly and monthly creditors reports for management.
- Assist with month-end procedures, including the timely close-down of the purchase ledger.
- Support the implementation of process improvements and system enhancements to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the Accounts Payable function.
- Carry out general administrative, financial and accounting duties as required.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls and internal procedures at all times.
Experience
- Proven experience working with accounts payable or purchase ledger functions
- Strong data entry skills with high accuracy and attention to detail
- Analytical skills to interpret financial data effectively
- Self starter motivated to work independently
- Proactive approach to solving problems
- Collaborative team player
- Experience using ERP / Accounting systems or similar platforms is advantageous
- Prior exposure to human resources processes related to finance is a plus
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks efficiently
This role is ideal for candidates seeking to develop their expertise in finance within a professional environment. The position offers valuable experience in managing purchase ledgers, working with various accounting tools, and supporting organisational financial health.
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Transport links
Application question(s):
- Comfortable being office based for at least 4 days per week
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
