Accounts Payable & Purchase Ledger Clerk

Skytanking Holding GmbH; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial operations firm in London is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable and Purchase Ledger Clerk to manage the accuracy of financial operations. The role includes invoice processing, payment preparation, and bank reconciliations. Ideal candidates should exhibit strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in Xero or similar software. Join us to contribute to our financial success!

Qualifications

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong numerical skills with high accuracy in data entry.
• Experience with Xero or similar accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage the Purchase Ledger for accuracy.
• Process supplier invoices and perform bank reconciliations.
• Resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with internal procedures.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Proactive Attitude

Business Acumen & Curiosity

Tools

Xero Accounting Software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Who we are

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable and Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our Finance team at Primeflight EMEA. This role is critical to maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations across multiple entities within the EMEA region. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the purchase ledger, processing supplier invoices, reconciling accounts, and supporting payment processes. You will play a key role in ensuring supplier relationships are well-managed and internal processes are followed in accordance with company policies.

Your tasks

• Purchase Ledger Management
  Maintain and manage the Purchase Ledger across all Primeflight EMEA entities, ensuring all records are accurate, up to date, and fully reconciled.
• Invoice Processing
  Accurately process a high volume of inbound supplier invoices, matching them to purchase orders and delivery notes where applicable, ensuring timely data entry into the accounting system.
• Supplier Dispute Resolution
  Investigate and resolve discrepancies and queries related to supplier invoices, engaging with both internal departments and external suppliers to ensure swift resolution.
• Payment Processing
  Prepare and process weekly supplier payment runs, ensuring payments are made in line with contractual terms and company approval protocols.
• Bank Reconciliations
  Perform regular reconciliations of bank accounts, ensuring that all transactions are accurately recorded and any variances are investigated and resolved promptly.
• Compliance & Approvals
  Ensure all invoices and expenses are processed in compliance with internal control procedures, including adherence to the company\'s spending and approval frameworks.
• Project & Ad Hoc Support
  Provide support for various finance-related tasks, projects, and initiatives as directed by the Group Financial Controller. This may include reporting, audits, systems upgrades, or process improvements.

Your profile

• Software Proficiency
  Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience working with finance/accounting software systems.
• Business Acumen & Curiosity
  A genuine interest in learning about the wider business operations and how the finance functions support its success.
• Attention to Detail
  Strong numerical and data-entry skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Problem-Solving
  Ability to investigate and resolve issues independently while identifying areas for process improvement.
• Team Collaboration
  A positive, adaptable team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and contributes to the team\'s success.
• Proactive Attitude
  Willingness to take ownership of tasks, challenge existing practices constructively, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Xero Accounting Software
  Previous experience working with Xero or similar cloud-based accounting platforms.
• Purchase Order Knowledge
  Familiarity with purchase order systems and understanding of PO approval workflows and related internal controls.

Contact

For inquiries, please contact our recruiting team.