Purchase Ledger Clerk

CMA Recruitment Group; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant based in Southampton. In this hybrid role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end payables function, processing high volumes of invoices and ensuring accuracy in financial transactions. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a keen eye for detail. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including 25 days of holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrative experience in a high volume, end to end purchase ledger role.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate & timely processing of purchase invoices and credit card transactions.
• Ensure all costs are properly authorised prior to payment.
• Manage escalation of queries for timely resolution.
• Carry out bi-monthly payment runs and issue remittances.
• Perform daily bank postings and reconciliation.

Skills

High volume purchase ledger experience

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Job description

CMA Recruitment Group is delighted to be supporting an established Southampton, Hampshire based business which are going through considerable growth to appoint an experienced Purchase Ledger Assistant where you will play a vital role in the end-to-end payables function. Reporting into a Finance Manager, you will own the payables process for multiple entities within the Group. This is a hybrid role offering two days working from home upon completion of a probationary period.

What will the Purchase Ledger Specialist role involve?

• Ensure accurate & timely processing of a high-volume of purchase invoices and credit card transactions.
• Ensure all costs are properly authorised by the relevant party prior to payment.
• Ensure all supplier accounts are accurate and up to date by requesting and reconciling supplier statements on a regular basis.
• Manage any escalation of queries to ensure that they are dealt with in a timely manner and be the initial escalation point internally and externally.
• Bi-monthly payment runs, including payment allocation and issuing remittances.
• Daily bank postings and reconciliation of multiple bank accounts.
• Processing employee expense and mileage claims.

Suitable Candidate for the Purchase Ledger Specialist vacancy:

• Demonstrative experience in a high volume, end to end purchase ledger role through to payment runs and supplier statement reconciliations
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Keen eye for detail and accuracy
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Additional information and benefits for the Purchase Ledger Specialist role:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme

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