Finance Assistant - Sage 50 Ledger Specialist (Temp)

Pertemps Solihull; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Solihull is seeking a Finance Assistant in Solihull to manage purchase and sales ledgers, process invoices, and support month-end procedures. You will handle supplier and customer records, use Sage 50, and maintain confidentiality across financial data.

The role requires strong numerical accuracy, experience with Excel and Outlook, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Temporary, immediate start, with standard Mon-Fri hours.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance administration role.
• Experience with Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger.
• Sage 50 experience is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Good knowledge of Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
• Confident communicator with a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger processes accurately and efficiently.
• Process supplier and customer invoices, payments, credit notes and account adjustments.
• Maintain accurate supplier and customer records using Sage 50.
• Match invoices to supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Monitor the accounts inbox and respond to supplier and customer queries.
• Carry out account and ledger reconciliations.
• Support credit control, payment queries and outstanding account follow-ups.
• Assist with month-end procedures and wider finance administration.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Purchase Ledger

Sales Ledger

Sage 50

Excel

Outlook

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Pertemps Solihull is seeking a Finance Assistant in Solihull to manage purchase and sales ledgers, process invoices, and support month-end procedures. You will handle supplier and customer records, use Sage 50, and maintain confidentiality across financial data.

The role requires strong numerical accuracy, experience with Excel and Outlook, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Temporary, immediate start, with standard Mon-Fri hours.