Purchase Ledger Assistant

Howett Thorpe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful SME finance company based in Farnborough is seeking a full-time Purchase Ledger Assistant. The role involves managing accounts payable, supplier communications, and invoice reconciliation while offering opportunities for ongoing training and career growth. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and have proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Competitive benefits and study support are included.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Study support

Qualifications

• Strong interest in advancing a career in Accounts.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Capacity to learn new systems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable inbox.
• Supplier communications and query resolution.
• Review, verify and post invoices.
• Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Job description

Overview

Our client is a successful SME business based in Farnborough who are looking for a full time Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their finance team. This is an ideal opportunity for someone in the early stages of their finance career to gain ongoing training and support with the opportunity to progress medium and long term as the team grows. Furthermore, study support is offered to the successful candidate.

Job Title

Purchase Ledger Assistant

Term

Permanent

Location

Farnborough, Hampshire

Salary

GBP22k - GBP26k

Reference no

15892

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme
• Study support

About the Role

In this role you will be reporting into the Financial Controller, whilst working closely with the wider Finance team. Key responsibilities:

• Manage Accounts Payable inbox
• Supplier communications, responding to and resolving queries
• Review, verify and post invoices
• Reconcile invoices received to goods received
• Setting up of new supplier accounts
• Maintain existing accounts details within purchase ledger
• Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements
• Maintain and reconcile intercompany accounts
• Administration of periodic BACS payment run
• Process manual payment requests as and when required in GBP & Euro
• Maintaining strong business relationships with both suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Reviewing procedures and systems to identify improvement opportunities

The successful Purchase Ledger Assistant will

• Demonstrate a proactive attitude and a strong interest in advancing a career in Accounts.
• Be a self-motivated individual capable of taking the initiative, whether working independently or as part of a team
• Be able to work under pressure respecting tight deadlines on a monthly basis
• Demonstrate attention to detail
• Have excellent communication skills and be able to deal effectively with internal and external clients
• Have the capacity to learn new systems quickly.
• Possess a solid proficiency in using Microsoft Excel.

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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