Purchase Ledger Clerk

Robert Half are delighted to again be working with this niche manufacturer in the recruitment of a Purchase Ledger Clerk based close to Castleford.

The Purchase Ledger Clerk will perform a range of clerical and accounting duties including supporting the Financial Controller and Assistant Accountant with the preparation of monthly management accounts.

GENERAL

• Opening of the post
• Answering the telephone
• Filing of all processed paperwork
• Management of designated email address
• Promote and maintain positive people relations across the Group.
• Offer support and advice to staff within the group.
• Deal effectively & efficiently with Accounts issues.

Purchase Ledger

• Registering, scanning, and passing invoices/credits on the purchase ledger
• Processing invoices from individual manufacturers
• Chasing managers to authorise/verify invoices
• Passing invoices to the relevant nominals, once authorised
• Intercompany accounts reconciliation and payments
• Supplier statement reconciliations
• Managing outstanding payments and receipts
• Purchase Ledger payment run
• Purchase Ledger Closedown
• Occasional holiday/absence cover in the sales and bank team may be required

What we need

• Attention to detail and maintain good, accurate quality of work.
• Specific Purchase Ledger experience would be desirable but strong workplace experience and the right attitude could be considered.
• Good analytical, problem solving and planning skills.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Excellent phone manner.
• PC, Microsoft, web literate.
• Qualified or studying towards AAT, or equivalent qualification would be desirable.

What is in it for you?

• Highly competitive salary.
• Full training and support to help you immerse yourself in the role
• On-site parking

Please note this role is offered on a hybrid basis so you must be able to travel to the location which is not easily accessible via public transport unless you are very local.

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