Purchase Ledger Manager

• Location: To be confirmed
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: Competitive

We are seeking a Purchase Ledger Manager with a solid accounting background and leadership experience to be a driving force behind our operational success. This role is ideal for a hands-on individual with the drive to be a key player in our Purchase and Sales Ledger Team. You will play a pivotal role in our company, interacting with key stakeholders and making a significant impact during an exciting period of growth.

• Mentor and develop the Purchase and Sales Ledger Team.
• Manage, monitor, and review the purchase ledger, sales ledger, and cash book.
• Ensure robust and efficient processes are in place, with timely payments to suppliers.
• Keep all ledgers up to date, addressing outstanding balances promptly and effectively.
• Review and approve payment runs, oversee Creditors balances, and forecast payments.
• Ensure month-end processes meet department expectations and deadlines, maintaining accuracy.
• Process invoices, match and code, create supplier accounts, and manage expenses.
• Review and reconcile invoice runs, ensuring accurate and timely issuance of invoices and statements to customers.
• Collaborate closely with all departments to resolve queries.
• Take responsibility for the Purchase Order Processing System, including training and refresher sessions.
• Reconcile cash sales customer accounts.
• Administer the card payment system and ensure compliance with security policies.

• A solid accounting background with a keen understanding of controls.
• Proven experience in managing teams with a hands-on approach.
• Experience in leading transformation and change initiatives.
• Advanced Excel skills for effective financial analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with working in a matrix organisation.
• Knowledge of sales ledger processes, cash book, and sales.
• The ability to simplify complex financial processes and deliver standardised solutions.
• Self-starter mentality, driving necessary improvements within the team and processes.

• Competitive salary and incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits including 25 days of annual leave, a generous company pension scheme, life assurance, and employee discounts.
• Opportunities for ongoing learning and development.

To apply for the Shared Services Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.