Purchase Ledger Clerk

TN United Kingdom; Redruth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their dynamic finance team. This full-time role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment where you'll be the first point of contact for supplier inquiries and play a key role in managing accounts payable. Ideal candidates will have a strong numerical background, attention to detail, and proficiency in digital accounting tools. If you're eager to develop your skills in a technology-driven setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6-12 months experience in a finance environment.
• Part or fully AAT qualified or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as the point of contact for supplier enquiries.
• Administer the purchase order system and reconcile supplier statements.

Skills

Numeracy Skills

Attention to Detail

IT Skills

Communication Skills

Education

AAT Qualification

Vocational Experience

Tools

Digital Accounting Packages

MS Excel

Job description

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Trial Balance Consulting is pleased to be exclusively engaged by a long-standing client, a well-established services business operating throughout the UK. The company is seeking to recruit a Purchase Ledger Clerk, a full-time, permanent position based at the company's headquarters on the outskirts of Redruth.

This role is part of a friendly and experienced finance team working in a fast-paced environment. Core responsibilities include:

1. Acting as the initial point of contact for supplier enquiries and liaising with colleagues to resolve discrepancies.
2. Monitoring the accounts payable email addresses.
3. Administering the purchase order system.
4. Creating and locating invoices, ensuring correct VAT status and invoice coding.
5. Reconciling supplier statements.
6. Ensuring payment authorization of supplier invoices.
7. Assisting with month-end procedures.
8. Contributing to AP system process improvements.
9. Supporting the Financial Controller with ongoing accounting projects.

Candidates should have a minimum of 6-12 months of recent experience, preferably within a modern finance environment. Suitable candidates may be part or fully AAT qualified or possess equivalent vocational experience. The ideal applicant will be highly numerate, detail-oriented, quick to learn, and capable of developing new skills. Since the business is technology-driven, strong IT skills are essential, with experience in digital accounting packages and MS Excel highly advantageous.

For more details about this opportunity, please contact Dan Saunders promptly and quote reference DS9757.