Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger Clerk

Sharp Consultancy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp Consultancy in Leeds is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join a friendly finance team. The role targets candidates with a strong Accounts Payable background who want to progress within a supportive employer that values development.

Reporting to the Finance Controller, you will manage purchase invoices, supplier statements and payments, ensuring accuracy, timely processing and cross-functional collaboration to resolve discrepancies.

Qualifications

• Competent user of Excel, Outlook.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and analysis skills.
• Demonstrate strong data entry skills with a high level of data accuracy and efficiency.
• Proven problem solving and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• A drive to succeed, improve and challenge process.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Process and accurately code purchase invoices, credit notes and expenses.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes, investigating discrepancies where required.
• Maintain the purchase ledger and ensure supplier accounts are accurate and up to date.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve outstanding items promptly.
• Prepare supplier payment runs in accordance with agreed payment terms.
• Respond to supplier queries professionally and efficiently.
• Investigate invoice discrepancies and liaise with Procurement, Goods In, Production and other departments to resolve issues.
• Monitor aged creditors and follow up outstanding issues.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for audit purposes.
• Assist with month-end procedures, including reconciliations and accruals.
• Assist with VAT and other financial reporting requirements where appropriate.
• Support departmental cross training and assist in cover across the wider finance team including sales ledger / credit control and ad hoc duties.
• Ensure all financial processes are timely and comply with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and high standards of financial accuracy at all times.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Data entry

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Time management

Independent worker

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

An established and growing business based in Leeds is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and supportive finance team. Reporting directly to the Finance Controller this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their finance career within a business that genuinely invests in employee progression and long-term development.

Offering excellent career prospects, this role would suit an ambitious individual with a strong Accounts Payable background who is looking to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and accurately code purchase invoices, credit notes and expenses.

• Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes, investigating discrepancies where required.

• Maintain the purchase ledger and ensure supplier accounts are accurate and up to date.

• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve outstanding items promptly.

• Prepare supplier payment runs in accordance with agreed payment terms.

• Respond to supplier queries professionally and efficiently.

• Investigate invoice discrepancies and liaise with Procurement, Goods In, Production and other departments to resolve issues.

• Monitor aged creditors and follow up outstanding issues.

• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for audit purposes.

• Assist with month-end procedures, including reconciliations and accruals.

• Assist with VAT and other financial reporting requirements where appropriate.

• Support departmental cross training and assist in cover across the wider finance team including sales ledger / credit control and ad hoc duties.

• Ensure all financial processes are timely and comply with company policies and procedures.

• Maintain confidentiality and high standards of financial accuracy at all times.

To be considered for this position, you will ideally have:

• Competent user of Excel, Outlook

• Demonstrate attention to detail and analysis skills

• Demonstrate strong data entry skills with a high level of data accuracy and efficiency

• Proven problem solving and communication skills

• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively

• A drive to succeed, improve and challenge process

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected organisation that values its employees and offers genuine opportunities for progression. Whether you're looking to continue developing your Accounts Payable expertise or working towards further finance qualifications, this business can provide the support and career pathway to help you achieve your goals.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.