Purchase Ledger Assistant 12 month Contract to perm

Agility Resoucing; Bury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned manufacturer in Bury is hiring a detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to support the finance team. The role involves processing invoices, reconciling bank statements, and maintaining supplier accounts. Ideal candidates should have a strong numerical background and proficiency in Microsoft Office, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial tasks.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Life cover

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Graduate with strong numerical skills preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Processing goods received notes and entering purchase order invoices.
• Reconciling weekly bank statements and supplier statements.
• Setting up new supplier accounts and maintaining account details.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate with strong numerical background

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Agility Resourcing is proud to be recruiting for a well-known manufacturer in Bury. They are looking for a detail-oriented individual with a likable personality, who can work well within a team. As the Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will report to and work closely with the Management Accountant. Your main responsibility will be ensuring that invoices are entered correctly each month.

Candidate Profile

This role is suitable for a graduate with a strong numerical background.

Responsibilities

1. Processing goods received notes and entering purchase order invoices
2. Reconciling weekly bank statements
3. Scanning, matching, and entering purchase order invoices
4. Setting up new supplier accounts and maintaining existing account details
5. Downloading monthly Barclaycard statements
6. Scanning and entering purchase expense invoices, ensuring correct coding
7. Reconciliation of supplier statements
8. Supporting the finance team to ensure all finance tasks are completed
9. Performing other ad hoc duties as required

Person Specification

1. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
2. Ability to work to deadlines
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages
4. Excellent communication and organizational skills
5. Ability to manage a busy workload independently
6. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

• Company pension scheme and life cover
• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Competitive salary

If you are interested, please apply now or contact Peter at 01772 278078.

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