All applications must be made via JBA’s online recruitment portal at:
https://jbaconsulting.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4229233?cid=3213&t=Purchase-Ledger-Clerk
We have an exciting opportunity to join JBA Group Limited as a Purchase Ledger Clerk based in our Skipton office. The role will report to the Accounts Supervisor. You will work within a small friendly team and will need to have good organisational skills to be able to work to strict deadlines.
We are seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk, who is self motivated, organised and has good time management skills to allow them to meet strict deadlines.
Candidates should be comfortable working in a small accounts team but also be confident in their ability to communicate effectively at all levels with colleagues across the group of companies.
You will be joining an award-winning environmental and engineering consultancy which puts innovation, sustainability and resilience at the heart of its work. We are independent and staff-owned under a stewardship model which drives long term decision making and investment. We have offices in the UK, Ireland, Romania, India, Singapore and Australia.
Our people are all important and we invest heavily in life-long learning and skills development. We support hybrid working which provides for greater flexibility with the way that we work.
Visit https://www.jbaconsulting.com/ to find out more.
The role:
· Daily invoice processing for purchase ledger
· Daily query resolution
· Working in a fast paced and close-knit accounts team, reporting to the Accounts Supervisor
· Ability to deputise for the Accounts Supervisor
· Ability to liaise with all levels within the business
· Manage invoice workflows, including project coding and matching with purchase orders to ensure correct approvals and compliance
· Managing aged and negative balances on supplier ledger.
· Manage aged purchase orders, closing outdated or redundant orders to maintain data integrity
· Manage the supplier master data, handling new supplier setups, and ensuring all existing records remain accurate and up to date
· Prepare and post daily cashbook entries Process routine batch and ad hoc payment runs across multi currencies
· Managing the Accounts Payable close off process in line with monthly management accounts deadlines
· Perform regular supplier statement reconciliations and proactively communicate with suppliers regarding any missing documentation
· Review, update and maintain comprehensive Standard
· Operating Procedures for the Accounts Payable function
· Carry out other ad hoc duties as required.
Essential attributes for the role:
· GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) required.
· Previous purchase ledger experience within a finance team
· Solid knowledge of end-to-end accounts payable processes
· Strong understanding of invoice processing, payment cycles, and supplier management
· Highly organised and deadline focused
· Competent in Microsoft Excel and finance systems (e.g. Sage 200)
· Strong numeracy skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage large volumes of transactions
· Positive and proactive approach to problem solving.
Desirable attributes for the role:
· AAT qualifications desirable but not essential.
· Experience with international suppliers and multi-currency transactions
· Understanding of VAT treatment
· Knowledge of the Fair Payment Code.
Location:
The role will be in our modern, eco-friendly offices at Broughton Park, near Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 3FD.
Further information:
For further information or an informal discussion about this position, please contact Louise Perry on t: 01756799919.
Applications:
Only applications made via JBA’s online recruitment portal will be considered – our current vacancies can be found at: https://jbagroup.current-vacancies.com/Careers/JBA-Group-Vacancy-Search-Page-3213
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Skipton BD23 3FD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
