Purchase Ledger

Blue Arrow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Arrow in Glasgow is seeking a temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk for an initial 6-week assignment at Glasgow Science Park. The role involves handling supplier invoices, matching PODs, and maintaining purchase ledger records to support the finance team.

The ideal candidate will have prior purchase ledger experience, be detail-oriented, and able to work independently to meet deadlines. Immediate availability is preferred for this temporary assignment.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchase ledger processes and procedures.
• Proficiency with Sage accounting software (Sage 200 preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Match purchase orders, delivery notes and invoices.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage supplier queries and liaise with internal departments.
• Maintain accurate purchase ledger records.
• Assist with payment runs and general accounts administration.

Skills

Purchase Ledger

Sage 200

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Independent worker

Job description

Temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk

Location: Glasgow Science Park

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Duration: 6 Weeks (Temporary Assignment)

You must be available to start with immediate effect.

Role Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our team on a temporary basis for an initial 6-week assignment based at Glasgow Science Park. This role will support the finance function by ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and maintaining purchase ledger records.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies
• Managing supplier queries and liaising with internal departments
• Maintaining accurate purchase ledger records
• Assisting with payment runs and general accounts administration
• Supporting the wider finance team as required

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working within a Purchase Ledger role
• Strong knowledge of purchase ledger processes and procedures
• Experience using Sage accounting software, preferably Sage 200
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Desirable

• Knowledge or experience of Accounts Payable functions
• Experience working within a busy finance environment

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be a reliable and proactive finance professional who can quickly integrate into the team and contribute from day one. You should be comfortable handling transactional finance tasks and have confidence using Sage systems.

Contract

Temporary (6 weeks)

Working Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Location

Glasgow Science Park

Immediate availability is preferred.

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