Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk

NLB Solutions; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established local business is seeking a Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their team. The successful candidate will manage supplier accounts, process invoices, and support the Purchase Ledger Manager during their absence. This role requires strong organizational skills and a minimum of three years' experience in Purchase Ledger, along with proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Purchase Ledger.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Driven, organized, and focused.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of supplier accounts.
• Enter, verify, and pay supplier invoices.
• Support month-end and year-end processes.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Tools

MS Office

Job description

NLB Solutions is working with a well-established local business to find a new Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk. The successful candidate will report directly to the Purchase Ledger Manager and will help develop and motivate the team, especially during the Manager's leave. The ideal candidate is experienced, driven, and used to working in a busy environment.

The team works in the office five days a week, from 9 to 5, with ample parking available in a fully refurbished office. The company offers a culture-rich environment supported by excellent senior management.

Responsibilities:

1. Proactively manage a portfolio of supplier accounts
2. Enter, verify, and pay supplier invoices
3. Communicate via telephone and email with managers and suppliers
4. Respond to supplier calls after 2 pm
5. Negotiate credits, challenge incorrect invoices, and raise queries
6. Resolve queries with suppliers, department managers, and internal contacts
7. Handle accounts on stop
8. Reconcile supplier accounts with statements
9. Prepare payments for weekly/monthly BACS runs within deadlines
10. Cover for the Purchase Ledger Manager during holidays, ensuring all tasks are completed on time
11. Assist with open and unconfirmed purchase orders
12. Collaborate with the team and assist where needed
13. Support month-end and year-end processes

Person Specification:

• Team player
• Excellent communicator
• Driven, organized, and focused
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Purchase Ledger