Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger

Axon Moore; Chorley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business in Chorley is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to manage the purchase ledger efficiently. Responsibilities include processing invoices, maintaining financial records, and improving finance processes. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and good IT capabilities. This position offers hybrid working options, personal development opportunities, and excellent benefits including private healthcare and a discretionary bonus scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare package

Discretionary bonus scheme

Pension - Company 5% & Individual 4%

Hybrid working - 2 days WFH

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience within a similar role.
• High levels of autonomy and accountability.
• Experience working within high-volume environments.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and reconcile statements.
• Monitor and respond to finance-related emails.
• Maintain high levels of accuracy in financial records.
• Review and process employee expenses.
• Monitor petty cash transactions.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and suppliers.
• Proactively seek opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Good organisational skills

High levels of autonomy

Experience in a fast-paced environment

Good IT skills

MS Excel skills

Job description

Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger | £28,000 - £30,000 + Bonus | Chorley + Hybrid

Fantastic Benefits | Broad Exposure, i.e. Process Improvement, Systems, Etc.

Axon Moore delighted to be partnering with a leading business in Chorley to recruit a confident and experienced Accounts Assistant to play a pivotal role the smooth running of the Purchase Ledger department. This varied role requires a driven individual who is able to manage and prioritise workload effectively whilst being hungry for success and enthused by change.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Purchase Ledger Management: Accurately process supplier invoices, reconcile supplier statements, resolve queries promptly and support a timely cut-off and reliable payments process.
• Accounts Mailbox Support: Monitor, triage and respond to finance-related emails, ensuring queries are addressed promptly and directed to the appropriate people.
• Cost Control & Accuracy: Maintain high levels of accuracy and ensure correct coding, approvals and supporting documentation to uphold strong financial controls.
• Expense & Credit Card Administration: Review and process employee expenses and company card claims, ensuring timely and accurate posting and reimbursement.
• Petty Cash Oversight: Monitor, record and reconcile petty cash transactions to ensure clarity, accuracy and financial discipline.
• Supplier and Internal Communication: Build good working relationships with colleagues and suppliers, resolving queries professionally and smoothly.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek opportunities to improve finance processes, strengthen controls and contribute to best practice within the team.

Required Experience and Skills:

• At least 2 years' experience within a similar role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good organisational and time-keeping skills
• High levels of autonomy and accountability
• Experience working within a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Good IT and MS Excel skills

Benefits:

• Hours: 37.5 hours p/week
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working - 2 days WFH
• 3x Life Assurance
• Private Healthcare package
• Pension - Company 5% & Individual 4%
• Discretionary bonus scheme (company performance)