Purchase Ledger Clerk

Description:

I have just started recruiting a temporary purchase ledger clerk position for my client who are based Knowsley Industrial Estate. The role is starting off temporary but may well go permannat for the right candidate.

A good working knowledge of Xero and Sage 50 would be great!

Purpose of Role:

To deliver the full range of Purchase Ledger duties for our suppliers.
To provide support to the Finance Team with accounting duties and analysis work.
Main Duties And Responsibilities:

To post all supplier invoices to Sage Accounts 50 through Auto Entry, ensuring they are matched to purchase orders where applicable and coded to the correct nominal ledger code and supplier account.
Produce weekly/monthly payment runs. Update and allocate all the payments to Sage in a timely manner.
Complete the monthly payment schedule identifying the amounts due and the payment dates for accurate cash flow planning.
Complete monthly statement reconciliations.
Timely identification and resolution of queries with internal staff and external suppliers.
Create new supplier accounts ensuring all relevant information is entered on the supplier record including the bank details for payment and payment terms.
Keep a track of all invoices sent out for authorization and to ensure they are returned and posted to the account within a 48 hour turnaround period.
Carry out an audit check of all invoices posted to the ledger to ensure they are posted accurately.
Check and process expenses claims from internal staff.
To complete Internal Audit checks within the department and other functions of the business.
Review current processes and suggest improvements to increase efficiencies and improve working practices.
To be professional and show commercial acumen at all times.
Any other duties as allocated by the Finance Managers and Managing Director.
Key Skills / Attributes:

Relevant experience in a Purchase Ledger role
Construction industry experience – a distinct advantage
Sage 50 Accounts experience – a distinct advantage
Auto Entry (or any OCR system) – advantageous
Effective written and verbal communication
Good attention to detail
Able to prioritise and organise work load
Problem solving
Commercial and business awareness
Numerate and literate
Excellent IT skills in Excel/Word/Outlook

If you feel you have the neccesary skills and are able to start a new role readily please apply to be considered for the shortlist