£26K/yr to £28K/yr
Dacorum, England
Permanent, Variable

Purchase Ledger Assistant

Posted by Ashendon Recruitment Ltd.

OVERALL OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE:

Our client is a well-respected member of the community with national coverage and prides themselves in creating a rewarding environment for both their customers and staff members. This family run business has over 50 years' experience in their field and is growing all the time. They play an important role in providing excellent support to all those that encounter them. This role plays a critical part in every area of the business by providing accurate recording of the financial entries that occur within the business. You will be a valued member of the team and will be supported by further opportunities as the business continues to grow.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Processing of invoices, including attaching delivery notes, coding and entering invoices onto the system.
  • Month-End processing.
  • Dealing with invoice queries, including requesting copy invoices, credit notes and delivery notes from suppliers.
  • Liaising with new and existing suppliers and assisting with their queries.
  • Responsibility for fortnightly BACS runs and cheque payments.
  • Processing of Petty Cash reconciliations and posting of petty cash journals.
  • Daily Cashbook maintenance.
  • Allocation of Direct Debits.
  • Sorting and distribution of incoming post, assisting with incoming email/phones enquiries.
  • Photocopying/Scanning of forms and invoices as necessary.

KEY SKILLS:

  • Knowledge of Pegasus Opera 3.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
  • Can do approach.
  • Problem Solving abilities.
  • Service orientated personality.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION:

  • Confidentiality in all aspects of the work.
  • Previous experience in account activities - Essential
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure at month end times.
  • Flexibility required with ad hoc tasks given.
  • A keen eye for attention to detail and provide a narrative around the data produced.

BENEFITS:

  • 25 days per year + bank holidays.
  • Free parking on site.
  • Nest Pension
  • Flexible working options available after 6 months' probation.
  • Long service awards and more.
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