Purchase Ledger Clerk - 06/10

SF Recruitment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a finance professional in Gloucester to manage purchase ledger operations and support cash flow forecasting. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounts payable, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. Opportunities for skills growth within a supportive finance team are provided.

Benefits

Opportunity to grow skills

Supportive finance team

Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchase ledger or accounts payable is required.
• Ability to spot discrepancies and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and promptly.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Handle supplier queries and prepare supplier payments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Are you an organised and detail-focused finance professional looking for a new challenge? This is a great opportunity to join a successful, multi-entity business and play a key role in keeping purchase ledger operations running smoothly while supporting the wider finance team with daily cash flow forecasting.

What You'll Be Doing

• Processing supplier invoices accurately and promptly.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies.
• Handling supplier queries relating to payments and overdue invoices.
• Preparing and raising supplier payments through online banking.
• Setting up new supplier accounts with the necessary approvals.
• Updating daily cash flow forecasts for the group.
• Reconciling company credit cards and ensuring accurate records.
• Processing and paying staff expenses.
• Supporting government and compliance reporting where required.
• Assisting the Financial Controller and Management Accountant with ad hoc tasks and projects.

What You\'ll Bring

• Previous experience in purchase ledger or accounts payable.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to spot discrepancies.
• Good communication skills to work with colleagues and suppliers.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong system acumen including Microsoft Excel

What You\'ll Get in Return

• A varied and interesting role with exposure to multiple companies.
• A supportive and approachable finance team environment.
• Opportunities to grow your skills and get involved in wider finance projects.

Interested? Please apply for more information.