Purchase Ledger Clerk

CV Recruitment; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 11,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-known recruitment agency is seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk in Stoke-on-Trent for a permanent part-time role. You will process purchase invoices, handle bank reconciliations, and ensure compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate must have strong attention to detail, proficiency in Excel and Sage 50, and previous experience in similar roles. This is a great opportunity to join a small, friendly team and contribute valuable ideas.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy is a must.
• Proficiency in Excel and Sage 50 accounting software is required.
• Previous experience in purchase ledger and bank reconciliations is needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of purchase invoices.
• Reconcile multiple currency bank accounts regularly.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly.

Skills

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Proficiency in Excel

Experience in purchase ledger and bank reconciliations

Knowledge of Sage 50 accounting software

Highly organised

Tools

Sage 50

Excel

Job description

Purchase Ledger Clerk

Permanent Opportunity

£13 per hour

Festival Park, Stoke on Trent

The Hours:

16 Hours per week, 3 Days per week

With half an hour lunch break

Tuesday, Thursday, 9am – 3pm

Friday 9am - 2.30pm

An element of flexibility can be arranged to suit similar to these hours

Working for a successful independent company as part of a small friendly team

We are looking for an accurate individual with attention to detail who takes pride in their work

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a company that values fresh ideas in an ever-changing environment

The Role:

To ensure accurate and timely processing of purchase invoices

Bank transactions, and reconciliations across multiple currencies

Maintaining compliance with company policies and delivering high-quality financial support

Enter purchase invoices into the ledger system

Handle invoices in multiple currencies, ensuring correct exchange rates and compliance

Perform regular reconciliations of supplier ledgers and statements

Investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly

Check and process staff expense claims in line with company policy

Enter bank transactions accurately into the system

Reconcile multiple currency bank accounts regularly

Support the Accounts team with additional tasks as required

Skills & Experience Required:

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Proficiency in Excel and Sage 50 accounting software

Previous experience in purchase ledger and bank reconciliations

Knowledge of Excel

Highly organised

Desirable:

Experience with foreign currency transactions

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Highly organised with excellent time management skills

Strong communication and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work independently and as part of a team