Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable

Cameron Clarke Associates t/a talent-finder; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Core hours 08:30–17:00

Pension schemes

On-site parking

Training and progression

Job summary

Cameron Clarke Associates t/a talent-finder is seeking a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable Clerk in Port Talbot. You will manage supplier invoices, maintain records and ensure timely payments within a busy finance team.

The role requires attention to detail, good numeracy and communication skills, and a commitment to high standards. The position is full-time with standard working hours and benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or similar finance role.
• Ability to work within a team to assist in all areas of the department.
• Ability to prioritise work and use initiative with a problem-solving mindset.
• High level of concentration and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with UK/overseas contacts.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices using in-house and accounting systems.
• Distribute and resolve queried invoices with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Communicate invoice queries to suppliers and internal teams.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare payment runs and upload payments to banking systems.
• Maintain organised records and filing systems; assist with ad-hoc spreadsheet tasks.
• Possible monthly reconciliation of Agent/Contra accounts.
• Assist with other accounts payable tasks as required.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Team player

Problem solving

Concentration & accuracy

Communication

Education

GCSEs minimum

Tools

Excel

Xero

Job description

Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable | Port Talbot, SA12 7DJ | Full Time | £28,000 - £29,000 per annum DOE

Are you a motivated and detail-oriented finance professional looking for your next opportunity?

Our client was formed in 1976 and has gradually expanded to become the largest welding distributor within the South Wales area. They have built an enviable reputation for dependability, efficiency and integrity, with their head office in Baglan, Port Talbot and a branch in Newport, Gwent.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team.

The Role

You will play a crucial role in managing the accounts payable processes. This position involves handling supplier invoices, maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely payments. The role is challenging, rewarding and requires a high level of commitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices via in-house and accounting systems
• Distribution and resolution of queried invoices both internally and directly with suppliers
• Communicating with suppliers and internal departments to address invoice queries
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
• Preparation of payment runs
• Uploading payments onto banking systems
• Ad-hoc spreadsheet upkeep
• Maintaining organised records and filing systems
• Possible monthly Agent/Contra accounts reconciliation and control

Requirements

Essential

• Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or similar finance role
• Ability to work within a team to assist in all areas of the department if/when required
• Ability to prioritise work and use own initiative, with a problem-solving mindset
• A high level of concentration and accuracy
• Excellent communication and organisational skills for liaising with customers, suppliers and work colleagues in the UK and overseas, both verbally and electronically
• Confident personality with a desire to progress further
• Qualifications to a minimum of GCSE standard with strong numeracy and literacy skills

Desirable

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Xero experience would be highly beneficial

What's In It For You

• Starting salary of £29,000 per annum
• Full-time permanent position
• Core working hours of 08.30 am to 5.00 pm
• Various pension schemes
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Excellent office facilities
• Secure onsite parking
• Training provided at each stage of career progression
• Gradual progression to further responsibilities as more experience is gained

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