Purchase Ledger and Payroll Officer

Elevation Recruitment Group; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevation Recruitment Group seeks an experienced Purchase Ledger and Payroll Officer for a reputable business in Barnsley. This full-time, permanent position involves processing invoices and payroll while maintaining finance systems and compliance. The role is key to ensuring effective financial operations and requires relevant experience in similar positions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is required.
• Good knowledge of finance systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Input and code non-stock invoices into the system.
• Assist with weekly and monthly payroll processes.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries.

Skills

Knowledge of finance systems

Experience with Accounts Payable

Experience with Payroll

Job description

Elevation Accountancy and Finance is pleased to be working with a reputable business in the Barnsley area, recruiting for an experienced Purchase Ledger and Payroll Officer on a full-time, permanent basis.

Responsibilities:

• Input and code non-stock invoices into the purchase order and invoice system.
• Match stock invoices to purchase orders (GRNs).
• Maintain electronic purchase orders and invoice matching system.
• Reconcile supplier statements, request missing invoices, and resolve queries promptly.
• Raise debit notes for non-conformances or shortages.
• Prepare, authorize, and process supplier payments with all necessary documentation.
• Handle documentation for foreign payments, faster payments, and BACS.
• Verify and input Standing Orders and Direct Debit payments.
• Manage Petty Cash, ensuring issued cash is matched by authorized receipts.
• Process employee expense claims for BACS payments, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of all documents for audit purposes.
• Perform month-end procedures in Opera and prepare reports such as Aged Creditors.
• Assist with weekly and monthly payroll processes.

Person Specification:

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Good knowledge of finance systems.
• Experience with Accounts Payable and Payroll.