Purchase Ledger Clerk

Elevation Recruitment Group; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a knowledgeable Purchase Ledger Clerk for a temporary position in Barnsley. The role involves processing and matching high volume purchase invoices, resolving queries, and ensuring timely supplier payments. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in purchase ledger and strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel. This position offers an immediate start.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a purchase ledger function.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and match high volume purchase invoices.
• Resolve queries regarding invoices.
• Set up suppliers according to internal procedures.
• Ensure suppliers are paid on time.
• Assist with wider finance team tasks as needed.

Skills

Purchase ledger expertise

Communication skills

IT skills

Ability to work in demanding environments

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Elevation Accountancy and Finance are currently working on an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable and confident Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a reputable business based in the Barnsley / Tankersley area on a temporary basis - this role will be an immediate start!

Responsibilities

• Processing and matching high volume purchase invoices
• Query resolution
• Supplier set up, following the company’s internal procedures
• Ensuring suppliers are paid to terms
• Assisting with the wider finance team as required
• Covering for various finance functions

To be considered for the role you will need the bring :

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' working within a purchase ledger function
• Ability to work well in demanding environments
• Strong IT skills, with strong Microsoft Excel highly regarded, but not a requirement
• Excellent communication skills
• Exposure to complex reconciliations and 3-way matching would be advantageous