Purchase Ledger Clerk

Sunbelt Rentals Careers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment rental provider in the UK is looking for a Purchase Ledger Clerk for a 12-month fixed term contract. You will handle a high volume of invoices and be responsible for data verification, supplier queries, and reconciliations. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in a similar role, excellent Excel skills, and strong communication abilities. This role offers a flexible rewards package including generous holidays and a great pension plan.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance

Retail discount scheme

Employee recognition awards

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a high volume Purchase Ledger department.
• PC Literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of invoices daily.
• Verify data capture.
• Process purchase order matching exceptions.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar role

PC Literate

Ability to work under pressure

Team player

Excellent administrative/organisational abilities

Strong communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

About The Role

Are you ready to join a Company that really believes that people are the very heart of the business and really values your contribution? We are looking for a Purchase Ledger Clerk who will thrive in a busy operational environment to join our Purchase Ledger team within our Account Department at Birchwood Park, Warrington.

This is a 12 month fixed term contract role.

In this fast-paced role as a Purchase Ledger you’ll manage a high volume of invoices daily, processing through Invoice Data Capture and Automatic Purchase Order Matching Systems.

You will also be responsible for;

• Data Capture Verification
• Processing Purchase Order matching exceptions
• Supplier invoice query resolution using in-house intranet based system
• Dealing with internal customer/supplier phone calls and email queries
• Monthly supplier statement reconciliations

What can we offer you in return? You’ll be joining a highly successful FTSE100 company, the UK’s largest equipment rental provider. We provide an Industry leading flexible rewards package including generous holiday allowance (with the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave), life assurance, retail discount scheme, employee recognition awards and a great Company pension scheme.

About You

If you join the team we’ll provide you with everything you need and ensure you are equipped for success. We’ll talk to you about your training and personal development needs and what you’d like to do to further your career and support your future aspirations.

To succeed as a Purchase Ledger Clerk you will bring the following skill-set and behaviours:

• Previous experience in a similar role (at least 2 years in a high volume Purchase Ledger department)
• PC Literate, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Team player
• Ability to demonstrate excellent administrative/organisational abilities
• Able to work on own initiative
• Confident and possess excellent communication skills

About Us

Sunbelt Rentals is the leader in equipment rentals in the UK, Ireland, US and Canada - as well as specialist operations in Europe. We provide a range of solutions to every market and sector, including construction, industrial, energy, infrastructure, government and events. Our teams make the impossible possible and the unthinkable doable. Turning what if into what is.

Our people are at the heart of our values and they’re our greatest asset. We rely on you to look after our customers so in return, we take good care of you. We recognise the value and uniqueness of our team-mates and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive Sunbelt Rentals, providing equality of opportunity and a culture of fairness and respect.

Your health, safety and wellbeing is really important to us. We’re raising awareness and providing support through initiatives such as our mental health awareness campaign and first-aider programme. You’ll also be able to access a 24-7 employee assistance helpline, counselling services and financial wellbeing support.