Purchase / Sales Ledger Clerk

Watson Woodhouse & Macks Solicitors; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and growing law firm in Tees Valley seeks a detail-oriented Purchase and Sales Ledger Clerk to join their finance team. The role requires maintaining accurate financial records, processing invoices, and collaborating with accounts teams. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, strong organisational abilities, and proficiency in financial software and Excel. This firm offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company pension scheme

33 days annual leave

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Professional membership payments

Professional development

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Proven experience in purchase and sales ledger roles.
• Discretion and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices accurately.
• Verify and reconcile purchase orders and invoices.
• Collaborate with accounts teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain an organised ledger system.
• Communicate with vendors and clients regarding financial matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Studying AAT or a relevant field

Tools

Financial software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Watson Woodhouse Solicitors are a dynamic and growing firm known for its commitment to excellence and integrity. We are currently seeking a talented and detail-oriented Purchase and Sales Ledger Clerk to join our finance team. If you have a passion for numbers, accuracy, and organisational skills, we want you to be a part of our success story.

As a Purchase and Sales Ledger Clerk, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records related to purchases and sales transactions. Your meticulous attention to detail and ability to work efficiently will play a critical role in ensuring the financial stability of our firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Verify and reconcile purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices.
• Collaborate with the accounts payable and accounts receivable teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain a well-organised and up-to-date ledger system.
• Generate and review financial reports related to purchase and sales ledger activities.
• Communicate professionally with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders regarding financial matters.
• Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation and support.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve purchase and sales ledger processes.
• Recommend and implement process enhancements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Studying AAT or a relevant field is preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proven experience in purchase and sales ledger roles.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Discretion and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

What we will offer in return

• Competitive Salary depending on experience.
• Company pension scheme.
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme.
• Professional membership payments.
• Professional development.
• Employee referral scheme.

Come be a part of our team and help us maintain our financial excellence through your expertise in purchase and sales ledger.

We look forward to reviewing your application!