Junior Accounts Assistant

Michael Page; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization in the UK is seeking a detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their accounting and finance team. The role involves managing purchase invoices, reconciling supplier statements, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining accurate financial records. Candidates should have previous experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in accounting software, particularly Sage. This position offers a supportive environment and opportunities for process improvements within the purchase ledger function.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Company events

Free parking / On-site parking

Health & well-being programme

Death In Service Cover

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, with Sage being beneficial.
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive approach to managing workloads and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Ensure timely payments to suppliers while adhering to company policies.
• Monthly statement reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate records of transactions and update financial systems.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal departments regarding queries.
• Support the accounting and finance team with additional tasks as needed.
• Contribute to process improvements within the purchase ledger function.
• Assist with the maintenance of the Purchase Ledger and Supplier accounts within Sage.
• Working with a high volume of invoices, matching, batching and coding.
• Producing weekly payment run and applying to individual supplier accounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication abilities

Problem-solving skills

Proactive workload management

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Purchase Ledger aspect of the role will play a crucial role in supporting the accounting and finance department. The position requires attention to detail and proficiency in managing purchase ledger processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Client Details

A well established organisation with a focus on operational efficiency and excellence in their field. The organisation values precision and is committed to maintaining high standards in their operations.

Description

• Process and maintain purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Ensure timely payments to suppliers while adhering to company policies.
• Monthly statement reconciliations
• Maintain accurate records of transactions and update financial systems.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal departments regarding queries.
• Support the accounting and finance team with additional tasks as needed.
• Contribute to process improvements within the purchase ledger function.
• Assist with the maintenance of the Purchase Ledger and Supplier accounts within Sage
  
• Working with a high volume of invoices, matching, batching and coding
• Producing weekly payment run and applying to individual supplier accounts

Profile

A successful candidates should have:

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office (Excel) Sage beneficial
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive approach to managing workloads and meeting deadlines.

Job Offer

• Company pension scheme.
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking / On-site parking
• Health & well-being programme
• Death In Services Cover

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated accounting and finance team and contribute to the success of a respected organisation. If you are detail-oriented and eager to excel as a Purchase Ledger Clerk, apply today!