Finance Ledger Clerk (3 Months FTC)

Inspired Pet Nutrition; Kinmel Bay; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturer located in Kinmel Bay is seeking a Finance Ledger Clerk to accurately process sales and purchase ledger transactions. Key responsibilities include maintaining ledgers, processing invoices, managing supplier queries, and supporting month-end close activities. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication and Excel skills, with previous purchase ledger experience being desirable but not essential. Training and development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organisation, and planning skills.
• High attention to detail with a process-driven, accurate approach.
• Good Excel skills.
• Previous purchase ledger experience desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the accounts receivable ledger and process supplier invoices accurately and on time.
• Complete supplier statement reconciliations.
• Manage supplier queries via the accounts payable inbox.
• Process customer receipts and credit note matching.
• Ensure accurate processing of new customer and supplier details.
• Input into weekly Finance KPIs and support month-end close activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Problem-solving

Job description

We\'re excited to be recruiting for a Finance Ledger Clerk to join our Finance team in Kinmel. This role is key to ensuring the accurate and timely processing of sales and purchase ledger transactions, supporting the wider Finance function in maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Reporting into the Finance Manager, you\'ll play an important part in the maintenance of ledgers, processing supplier invoices, resolving queries, and managing customer receipts, whilst liaising with both internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver efficient and accurate results.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the accounts receivable ledger and process supplier invoices accurately and on time.
• Complete supplier statement reconciliations and liaise with stakeholders for purchase order raising and receipting.
• Manage supplier queries via the accounts payable inbox and other communication channels.
• Process customer receipts, credit note matching, customer deductions, and sundry invoices.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of new customer and supplier details, with appropriate verification.
• Provide cover for weekly payment runs and associated postings.
• Take part in system testing and support process improvements.
• Input into weekly Finance KPIs and support month-end close activities.
• Assist with other ad hoc Finance tasks and projects as required.

Qualifications and skills

• Strong communication, organisation, and planning skills.
• High attention to detail with a process-driven, accurate approach.
• Positive attitude towards problem solving and team collaboration.
• Good Excel skills.
• Previous purchase ledger experience desirable but not essential (training and development available).
• Self-motivated and adaptable with a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

About IPN

At IPN, we\'re passionate about pet nutrition. We\'re an award-winning, innovative FMCG manufacturer with a growing family of brands including Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads & Meowing Heads, AATU, Blink, Butchers and Classic Cat.

We\'re proud to employ hundreds of colleagues across 3 different site locations in the UK - Thirsk, North Yorkshire; Crick, Northamptonshire; and Kinmel, Wales. Our heritage, values, and growth journey make us one of the UK\'s leading independent pet food businesses. Quality and performance are central to everything we do.