Details:
- Salary: £28,000 - 30,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Peterborough Cambridgeshire
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Part-Time Purchase Ledger Controller
18 hours per week across 3 days (On-Site)
Salary: Pro Rata
Overview
An established organisation is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Controller to join its finance team on a part-time basis. This role will take responsibility for the day-to-day purchase ledger function, ensuring invoices, supplier accounts, payments, and reconciliations are managed accurately and efficiently while providing support to the wider finance department.
Benefits
24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Additional annual leave entitlement with length of service
Company pension scheme
Life assurance
Training and development opportunities
Career progression opportunities
Key Responsibilities
Process and accurately code purchase invoices, including VAT allocation.
Maintain and update supplier accounts and vendor information.
Act as the primary point of contact for supplier queries and invoice discrepancies.
Prepare and process supplier payment runs.
Match invoices against purchase orders and delivery documentation.
Reconcile supplier statements and investigate outstanding balances.
Resolve purchase ledger queries in a timely and professional manner.
Process employee expenses and petty cash transactions.
Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
Assist with month-end and year-end procedures.
Support internal and external audits as required.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across the business to ensure efficient financial processes.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Essential
Minimum of 2 years' experience within a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, or Finance role.
Strong understanding of purchase ledger processes and procedures.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Strong organisational and time-management skills.
Ability to prioritise workload effectively and meet deadlines.
Professional written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
Studying towards AAT, ACCA, or a similar accounting qualification.
Qualified by experience.
Experience using ERP or finance systems.
SAP experience would be advantageous.
Experience working within a busy finance environment.
Personal Qualities
Professional, reliable, and dependable.
Positive and proactive approach to work.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong organisational and planning skills.
Ability to work independently and use initiative.
Flexible and adaptable approach.
Strong problem-solving capabilities.
Trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality.
Effective team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and suppliers.
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