Purchase Ledger Assistant
- Location: Sunderland
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Salary: £24,000-£26,000
We are seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our close-knit team within a family-run business. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of the company, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in handling purchase orders, invoices, and supplier payments.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Ensure purchase orders are raised correctly across the company divisions.
- Check the correctness of purchase invoices, ensuring they are issued to the correct company and authorized for payment by the relevant manager.
- Prepare weekly supplier payment run lists and process payments upon request.
- Handle recharges and job costings with precision.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the finance department.
- Manage finance and administrative tasks within the office.
- Maintain an accurate customer database.
- Respond to phone and email enquiries with professionalism and courtesy.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in the accounts sector, particularly in a purchase ledger role.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong commitment to job responsibilities and a keen eye for detail.
- Proficiency in Sage 50 accounts software.
- Competent in using Microsoft Office suite.
Immediate start available for the right candidate
To apply for the Purchase Ledger Assistant position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining this team.