Purchase Ledger Assistant

On behalf of our client we are recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Clerk based in Widnes area. This company is going from strength to Strength.

Permanent - £27,500K - Mon-Thur 8.30am-5pm & Friday 8am-3pm

Client Details

Our client are a tech-enabled business critical services group, providing services that help businesses at every stage of the lifecycle, helping them manage the critical elements that make businesses tick - their people and their finances.

Description

• Developing an in-depth understanding of all AP processes and requirements from the AP team and analysing the needs of the department.
• Assist with implementation of ERP as and when required.
• Assisting with improvement initiatives to advance month end reporting timing.
• Assisting with analysis and projects as required.
• Assisting with payment runs (BACS and on-line banking) ensuring payments through e-banking are made on a timely basis through the relevant platform when required.
• Dealing with supplier queries.
• Processing supplier invoices as required.
• Answer all supplier queries regarding invoicing.
• Monthly reconciliations across multiple accounts.
• Balancing accounts as and when required.

Profile

• Minimum A levels standard

• Minimum of 3 years experience of Accounts payable processes including purchase invoice processing and supplier statement reconciliations in a busy accounts department.
• Experience of Implementation of an ERP system
• Experience with reporting month end results within 5 working days

• Proficient in the use of MS
• Demonstrate experience of using an electronic system for invoice matching.
• Time management and able to work in a fast paced environment
• Report writing/presentation skills

• Teamwork and cooperation in an a fast paced environment working with internal and external teams;
• Strong drive and proactive mindset with the ability to work independently;
• Excellent communication and telephone skills;
• Willingness to learn. High level of self-awareness to identify own gap of competencies/knowledge and ability to self-learn;
• Autonomy and initiative to propose and lead projects;
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Proven Analytical and problem-solving abilities;
• Strong organisational skills;
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with suppliers and colleagues regularly;
• Purchase ledger experience;
• Able to work to deadlines in a fast paced environment;
• Good IT skills.

Job Offer

• Based in Widnes
• 37.5 hour week
• Salary between £25,000 - £27,500, depending on experience
• Company matched pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistant Programme
• Refer a friend scheme
• 25 Holiday's and 8 Statutory Days