Purchase Ledger Clerk - Wigston

Office Angels; Wigston; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Purchase Ledger Clerk to support the Finance function. Responsible for managing communications, processing financial transactions, and supporting the Finance Manager. Ideal candidates will have experience in accounts administration and excellent communication skills, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts and administration required.
• Proficient in MS Office and MRP systems.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming and outgoing post.
• Provide general admin support to Finance and Management teams.
• Process purchase orders and match supplier invoices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Numeracy

Time management

Customer focus

Education

Minimum 2 years' experience in accounts and general administration

Tools

MRP/ERP/Finance systems

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Purchase Ledger Clerk
Reports to: Office & Finance Manager

Working Monday - Friday with a 2pm finish on a Friday

Purpose of the Role:
To provide day-to-day support across all aspects of the Finance function, act as the first point of contact for reception and telephone enquiries, and offer general administrative support to the Management Team.

Key Responsibilities

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  Manage incoming and outgoing post

  
  


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  Answer and transfer telephone calls, providing switchboard cover

  
  


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  Welcome visitors and arrange refreshments as required

  
  


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  Arrange service and maintenance visits for the site

  
  


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  Maintain holiday and absence records

  
  


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  Provide general admin support to the Finance and Management teams

  
  

Finance & Accounts Duties

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  Use MRP/ERP/Finance systems effectively

  
  


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  Process purchase orders and book in goods returns notes

  
  


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  Match and record supplier invoices

  
  


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  Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice queries

  
  


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  Arrange authorised supplier payments

  
  


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  Perform daily bank reconciliations and journals

  
  


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  Assist Finance Manager with cash flow reporting and data preparation

  
  


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  Maintain and update status of accounts receivable and payable

  
  


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  Support with month-end reporting and journal entries

  
  


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  Collate, reconcile, and code expenses and credit card payments

  
  

Social & Personal Requirements

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  Minimum 2 years' experience in accounts and general administration

  
  


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  Strong team player, demonstrating loyalty and commitment

  
  


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  Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  
  


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  Organised, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally

  
  


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  Able to work independently, using own initiative and maintaining confidentiality

  
  


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  High levels of numeracy and attention to detail

  
  


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  Proficient in MS Office, and experience with MRP systems

  
  


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  Strong problem-solving skills and commercial awareness

  
  


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  Excellent time management and customer focus

  
  

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