Purchase Ledger Specialist - Finance Assistant (Flexible)

Mpeople Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £27k per annum

Mon-Fri pattern

Flexible start times

Career development in finance

Broader accounting exposure

Job summary

Mpeople Recruitment are partnering with our client to recruit a Finance Assistant (Purchase Ledger) to join a busy Finance team in Lancashire. This varied role offers ownership of key purchase ledger activities while supporting the wider finance function.

A minimum of ~2 years in accounts payable and strong Excel skills are required. Key duties include processing invoices, approvals, supplier payments, account maintenance and reconciling supplier statements, with opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• 2 years minimum experience in Accounts/Finance roles.
• Good understanding of purchase ledger and accounts payable processes.
• Strong Excel and data handling skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central is advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and enter accurately into the finance system.
• Monitor invoice approvals and ensure proper authorisation.
• Prepare and process supplier payments (BACS and Cheque).
• Create and maintain supplier accounts and ensure records are up to date.
• Liaise with suppliers to resolve payment or invoice discrepancies.

Skills

Accounts payable

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

Mpeople Recruitment are partnering with our client to recruit a Finance Assistant (Purchase Ledger) to join a busy Finance team in Lancashire. This varied role offers ownership of key purchase ledger activities while supporting the wider finance function.

A minimum of ~2 years in accounts payable and strong Excel skills are required. Key duties include processing invoices, approvals, supplier payments, account maintenance and reconciling supplier statements, with opportunities to contribute to