Purchase Ledger Clerk
- Salary: £26,000
- Location: Milton Keynes
- Job Type: Temp to Perm
- Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our finance team. This role involves managing a high volume of supplier invoices, reconciling bank accounts, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will have experience with SAP and Excel, and possess strong organisational and communication skills.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Logging a large volume of supplier invoices on SAP.
- Sending invoices to managers and the Managing Director for approval.
- Saving supplier invoices in the correct folders.
- Reconciling supplier statements.
- Preparing and processing payment runs.
- Conducting bank account and cash reconciliations.
- Managing ledger including statement reconciliations.
- Responding to supplier account queries.
- Managing emails and post.
- Ordering stationery and handling other ad hoc duties to support the finance team.
- Maintaining the supplier database and setting up new suppliers.
- Liaising with auditors and providing necessary information.
- Assisting the Finance Controller as required.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Purchase Ledger Clerk.
- Basic understanding of VAT and double-entry bookkeeping.
- Proficiency in Excel and SAP.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent keyboard accuracy and good telephone manner.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Confident, proactive character, motivated to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
Benefits:
- Opportunity for permanent employment after temporary period.
- Exposure to a dynamic finance environment.
- Support for professional development.
To apply for this Purchase Ledger Clerk position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.