Purchase Ledger Clerk

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their team in Gravesend. This permanent role offers a fantastic opportunity for both experienced candidates and those looking to enter the accounting field. Responsibilities include processing purchase invoices, maintaining the ledger, and resolving supplier queries. Initially fully office-based, there is potential for hybrid work after probation. If you're detail-oriented and eager to contribute to a thriving organization, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in managing purchase invoices and maintaining ledgers.
• Strong communication skills for supplier interactions.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage purchase invoices accurately.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with departments for smooth transaction processing.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Education

Experience in Purchase Ledger

Transferable Skills

Job description

Permanent Purchase Ledger Clerk

Location: Kent

Our client, a reputable organization, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Permanent Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their team based in Gravesend. This is an excellent opportunity for someone either with experience or alternatively an individual with transferable skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing and managing purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Maintaining the purchase ledger and ensuring all entries are up to date.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
• Communicating with suppliers to resolve any invoicing issues.
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure smooth processing of transactions.
• Implementing purchase ledger payment plans.
• Emailing BACS Remittances.
• Scanning invoices onto the database.
• Dealing with supplier queries.

Suitable candidates will ideally have purchase ledger experience, although candidates without experience looking for an opportunity to get into accounting will be considered.

Initially a fully office-based role; however, there is an opportunity to become hybrid after successfully passing probation. The hours are 9am - 5:30pm with an hour for lunch.

If you are looking for a new challenge and meet the requirements, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity to contribute to a thriving organization in Kent.