Sales and Purchase Ledger Clerk

Class 1 Personnel; Manchester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Northwest business is seeking a detail-oriented Sales and Purchase Ledger Clerk to join its finance team. Responsibilities include managing purchase and sales ledgers, processing invoices, and ensuring accurate reconciliations. Candidates should have strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience with accounting software. This role offers the chance to develop skills in a fast-paced environment with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software.
• Experience in a similar finance or accounting role.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update purchase and sales ledgers.
• Process daily retail sales takings.
• Handle incoming and outgoing invoices efficiently.
• Manage supplier payments and reconcile statements.
• Keep accurate records of cash transactions.
• Maintain up-to-date ingredient pricing.
• Assist with various administrative tasks.

Skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Accounting software experience

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Tools

Pegasus

Sage

Job description

Sales and Purchase Ledger Clerk

Location: Leigh, Head Office
Hourly Rate: 12.50 – 15.00 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, within standard office hours, with flexibility based on business needs

About Company

Our client is a well–established and dynamic Northwest business with an annual turnover of approximately 15 million. Specializing in the production of high–quality bakery products, we serve a wide range of wholesale customers, major retailers, and operate 43 of our own retail shops. As we continue to grow and innovate, we are seeking a talented and motivated Sales and Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our dedicated finance team at our head office in Leigh.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a detail–oriented and proactive individual to contribute to the smooth running of our finance department. You'll be responsible for a range of key tasks, including managing purchase and sales ledgers, processing invoices, and ensuring accurate reconciliations. As a hands–on member of the team, you'll play an integral role in the day–to–day financial operations and help maintain our company's financial accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase & Sales Ledger Management: Accurately maintain and update purchase and sales ledgers to ensure proper financial record–keeping.
• Retail Sales Takings: Process daily retail sales takings from our 43 shops and ensure accuracy.
• Invoice Processing: Efficiently handle incoming and outgoing invoices in line with company policies.
• Supplier Payments & Reconciliations: Manage supplier payments, ensuring timely and accurate transactions, and reconcile supplier statements.
• Cashbook Maintenance: Keep accurate records of cash transactions in the company's cashbook.
• Ingredient Price Updates: Maintain ingredient pricing in our bespoke financial system, ensuring costs are up–to–date.
• General Office Support: Assist with various administrative and clerical tasks within the finance department as required.

Key Skills and Experience

• IT Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software such as Pegasus, Sage, or similar is essential.
• Previous Experience: Ideally, you will have experience in a similar finance or accounting role, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Adaptability: A flexible approach, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast–paced environment.
• Qualifications: While formal qualifications are desirable, we value practical experience and a hands–on approach to problem–solving.

Why Join Us?

You’ll have the opportunity to work in a supportive and fast–paced environment, where no two days are the same. As part of our growing company, you’ll be exposed to a variety of tasks, offering you a chance to develop and broaden your skills within the finance team.

Apply Now!

If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity with a reputable company that values its employees, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to become a key member of our team!