Purchase Ledger Clerk

Office Angels; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional recruitment agency in West Malling is seeking a detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to maintain accurate financial records and ensure smooth day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in purchase ledger management and proficiency in QuickBooks. This role offers a supportive work culture along with competitive benefits including annual leave and private healthcare.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Two additional wellbeing days

Private healthcare

Death in service benefit

On-site parking

Development and training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchase ledger management.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process daily purchase invoices and credit notes.
• Reconcile supplier invoices against purchase orders.
• Prepare weekly supplier payment runs in line with agreed payment terms.
• Investigate and resolve invoice errors or disputes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Purchase Ledger Clerk

Salary: 30,000 - 40,000
Location: West Malling
Contract Type: Permanent Full-Time

Benefits: 25 days annual leave Two additional wellbeing days Private healthcare for you and your family Death in service benefit On-site parking Development and training

Office based role: 7.30am - 5pm Monday to Thursday 7.30am - 4pm Friday

The office is a fantastic space; open plan, bright, modern, and incredibly welcoming. Having met the team several times, we\'ve always been greeted with warmth and genuine hospitality. We have placed candidates with them recently and continue to partner with them for this vacancy.

It\'s clear that the company places a strong emphasis on sustainability, consistently looking for ways to operate more responsibly and contribute to a greener future. They work with so many exciting clients and get involved with various initiatives within education and the local community. Joining this company will be an excellent career choice for the person who joins them!

They are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Purchase Ledger to join their growing team in West Malling. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for finance and a keen eye for detail to contribute to a growing business.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations within the finance department. Key duties include:

• Accurately process daily purchase invoices and credit notes via QuickBooks Online (QBO), including the creation of new supplier accounts
• Reconcile supplier invoices against purchase orders
• Match delivery notes to corresponding supplier invoices
• Prepare weekly supplier payment runs in line with agreed payment terms
• Generate and issue remittance advices to suppliers
• Investigate and resolve invoice errors or disputes with suppliers
• Set up new supplier accounts and maintain existing account details
• Monitor and manage credit limits for supplier accounts
• Reconcile supplier statements and accounts within QBO
• Act as the main point of contact for supply chain payment and invoice queries
• Assist with month-end closing activities and provide support to the Head of Finance as needed
• Review current procedures and systems to identify opportunities for improvement
• Ensure accurate filing of invoices

Experience

• Proven experience in purchase ledger management
• Proficiency in QuickBooks or similar accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Clear communication and a collaborative approach

If this is you, please apply online asap for immediate consideration.

Renowned for excellence in client delivery, this organisation prides itself on its vibrant and collaborative work culture. With a strong belief that people are its greatest asset, the company is committed to fostering growth, wellbeing, and professional development - this really is an excellent opportunity.

This role is being managed by Rhiannon Winn at the Tunbridge Wells office.

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