Purchase Ledger Assistant

 Purchase Ledger Clerk

• Job Type: Full-time, 100% office based initially with some hybrid after 2-4 weeks.

• Location: Office-based in Redhill.

• Hourly rate: £14.36 per hour PAYE or £17.78 per hour via an umbrella company

• Length of assignment: 3 months initially.

• Starting 2nd or 6th of Jan 2025

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our Finance team. This role is crucial for maintaining financial accuracy and providing exceptional service. If you have a passion for finance and a commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you.

Day to Day of the role:

• Match supplier invoices to authorised orders and process them accurately using Navision software.

• Reconcile supplier statements to monthly ledger balances and resolve any discrepancies.

• Assist in the preparation for periodic payment runs.

• Scan invoices and credit notes, and manage employee expenses.

• Communicate effectively with suppliers to address and resolve queries.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• GCSE Mathematics and English Language at grade C or equivalent.

• Practical knowledge of spreadsheets in Excel.

• Good verbal communication skills and a polite telephone manner.

• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work flexibly, under pressure, and unsupervised.

• Trustworthy, with the ability to learn new skills and promote positive team working.

Desirable:

• Working towards a recognised Accounting qualification.

• Understanding of the financial environment.

• Previous office environment experience.

• Written communication and time management skills.

• Ability to self-motivate and work to deadlines.

Due to the nature of the business a DBS will be taken up as part of the onboarding process.