Purchase Ledger Clerk

Robert Half are exclusively recruiting an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk for a dynamic organisation in the Newport area, known for its positive work culture and currently experiencing an exciting growth phase. This permanent role is ideal for someone with a passion for accounts payable and experience in manufacturing, who is looking to thrive in a supportive team environment.

The Role:
As the Accounts Payable specialist, you'll play a critical role in managing high-volume, complex invoices and supporting the transition to a new accounting software. This position reports to a forward-thinking Finance Manager, with progression opportunities for those seeking career growth within the company.

Job Title: Purchase Ledger Clerk
Location: Newport area
Salary: £30,000 + 8% annual bonus
Interview and Start Date: ASAP
Employment Type: Permanent
Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with ideally 4 days in-office and 1 day remote (flexible to consider 3 days in-office)

Responsibilities:

• Manage the accounts payable inbox, handling email inquiries and processing invoices.
• Obtain approvals for non-PO invoices, coordinating across multiple departments.
• Process around 1,000 monthly invoices, with 50/50 split between stock and overhead invoices; resolve discrepancies due to commodity price changes for stock invoices.
• Post supplier invoices, ensuring timely updates in ERP to support payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and address both internal PO discrepancies and external supplier queries.
• Process employee expenses by extracting reports from the electronic expense system and recording them in the ERP.

Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in accounts payable; a passion for AP is essential.
• ERP systems experience is highly desirable, as is familiarity with the manufacturing sector.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, particularly when working with large, complex invoices.
• Effective communicator and team player, comfortable interacting with various departments.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £30,000 + an 8% bonus.
• 25 days of annual leave plus birthday and bank holidays (with an increase of 1 day for every 2 years of service, up to 30 days).
• Medicash plan for healthcare support.
• A vibrant, modern office space with excellent transport links and free onsite parking.
• Hybrid work flexibility, supportive team culture, and the chance to join a business during an exciting growth period.

If you're ready to bring your AP expertise to a growing organisation with excellent benefits and progression potential, we'd love to hear from you!

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