Purchase Ledger & Credit Control

Unilabs; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare diagnostics company in London is seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger & Credit Control professional. You will manage the purchase ledger and ensure timely processing of invoices, while also overseeing the credit control process. The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience and is proficient in accounting software and Excel. This role is vital during the maternity cover period.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in purchase ledger and credit control.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles is essential.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain the purchase ledger with accuracy.
• Ensure timely collection of outstanding debts.
• Support month-end close activities with relevant data.

Skills

Purchase ledger management

Credit control

Accounting principles

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Accounting software

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Unilabs is searching for an experienced Purchase Ledger & Credit Control professional to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the purchase ledger, ensuring the timely processing of invoices, and managing the credit control process effectively. This position will play a vital role in managing financial processes and ensuring fiscal responsibility during the maternity cover period.

Main Responsibilities

• Process and maintain the purchase ledger, ensuring accuracy in data entry and invoice processing.
• Coordinate payments to suppliers and manage payment queries.
• Perform reconciliation of purchase ledger accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Manage the credit control process, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts.
• Build relationships with Clients to enable timely collection of invoices.
• Investigation of invoice queries for both Client and Patient/Insurance Companies.
• Monitoring and reconciling of unallocated cash.
• Support the month-end close activities, providing relevant data and analysis as required.
• Maintain effective filing systems to ensure all documentation is up-to-date and accessible.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• At least 3 years of experience in purchase ledger and credit control.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Desirable

• Experience in healthcare or diagnostic services is a plus.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and accounting software.
• Proactive, organized, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

If you are a dynamic and ambitious individual with a passion for driving sales and making a difference in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at Unilabs UK. Apply now to be part of our journey towards improving patient outcomes through innovative diagnostic solutions.