Purchase Ledger Supervisor

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known retail business in Birmingham is seeking a Purchase Ledger Supervisor to lead a team of 5 in their busy accounts office. The role involves managing invoices, team performance, and supplier relationships. With competitive salary and benefits, this position offers a great opportunity for career development in a friendly company.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Free parking

Career development opportunities

Discretionary bonus

Work from home after probation

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in purchase ledger within a high-volume purchasing environment.
• Proven experience in leading and mentoring a team.
• Self-starter with a 'can-do' attitude.

Responsibilities

• Managing a team of 5 Accounts Payable staff.
• Ensuring that all invoices are processed correctly and on time.
• Implement and improve processes ensuring adequate controls.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Customer Relationship Management

Tools

BACS

Job description

Midas Recruitment is delighted to be supporting this leading retail business, headquartered in Birmingham, that due to an internal promotion, now seeks to hire a new Purchase Ledger Supervisor to lead a team of 5 in a busy accounts office.

What s in it for you?

• Work hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm
• Salary: Up to £37,000
• In office, moving to 1 day work from home after completing probation
• 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, rising with service
• Free parking and also close to public transport links
• Discretionary bonus
• The opportunity to develop your career in a well-known, fast-paced, friendly company

Purchase Ledger Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Managing a team of 5 Accounts Payable staff
• Ensuring that all invoices are processed correctly and on time
• Periodic reconciliations and keeping all the supplier accounts up-to-date
• Processing the weekly Bacs and internet banking payment runs for suppliers
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with suppliers
• Ensure the Accounts Payable team are replying to all queries in a timely manner and all queries are dealt with correctly and efficiently
• Staff training and constructive advice on day-to-day role requirements and processes
• Implement and improve processes, ensuring adequate controls are in place at all times
• Monitor team performance and ensure cover for colleagues during absences

Purchase Ledger Supervisor Skills and Experience:

• Several years of experience in purchase ledger within a high-volume purchasing environment
• Proven experience in leading, mentoring a team to deliver excellent control of a purchase ledger function
• Keen attention to detail with excellent time management and organisational skills
• Knowledge of BACS (or similar payment systems)
• Self-starter with an aptitude to take on new challenges, with a 'can-do' attitude