Purchase Ledger Team Leader

Description:

Purchase Ledger Team Leader
Permanent
£30-32,000pa
Hybrid
Nottinghamshire

Exciting Permanent Purchase Ledger Team Leader Opportunity!

Are you looking for a move into a new positive working environment, or maybe a new challenge in the work place and you are an experienced Purchase Ledger Team Leader?

I have a fantastic full-time permanent opportunity to join a large, successful business, based in Nottinghamshire, that is going through exciting change. This business is well known for offering great staff training, progression opportunities and staff benefits with a great positive working environment.

About the Role:
As a Purchase Ledger Team Leader, you will be responsible for a Purchase Ledger team of 10, in a wider transactional finance team of 25, and report into the General Ledger Manager. The role is full time and office based and you will play a vital role in the finance team, ensuring that your team accurately and efficiently processes large volumes of invoices, payments, and expenses, working with a talented management team and contribute to the ongoing success of this large and thriving business.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage a team of 10 Purchase Ledger Clerks of varying experience.
Provide guidance and support to ensure effective performance and adherence to departmental goals and procedures.
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the high volume purchase ledger function, including the processing of invoices, payments, and expenses, to ensure accurate and timely completion of tasks.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency within the purchase ledger function, suggesting and implementing changes as necessary to increase productivity and reduce errors.
Provide training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills, knowledge, and performance, ensuring they are equipped to meet the demands of their roles and contribute to the team's success.
Conduct regular reviews and audits of purchase ledger transactions and records to maintain accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
Manage relationships with suppliers, resolving queries, discrepancies, and payment issues in a professional and timely manner to maintain positive supplier relationships and ensure continuity of supply.
Prepare and analyse purchase ledger reports and data, providing insights and recommendations to management to support decision-making and improve financial performance.
Ideally you will have:

Demonstrated track record of effectively leading a team of Purchase Ledger clerks, overseeing their performance and development through training, mentoring, and ongoing support.
Proven ability to cultivate a positive working environment and foster teamwork, empowering team members to excel in their roles and achieve collective goals.
Experience in identifying and addressing individual strengths and areas for improvement, implementing strategies to maximise team performance and productivity.
Strong organisational and time management skills are necessary for managing multiple tasks, prioritising workloads, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for effectively liaising with suppliers, team members, management, as well as for preparing reports, presentations, and documentation.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Confident with Microsoft Excel tasks.
SAP is not a necessity but desirable.What's on offer:

A competitive salary depending on experience £30-32,000pa
Room for career growth and development.
27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
Hybrid Working.Additional highlights:

Positive and supportive work environment.
On site gym.
Fresh fruit delivered daily.
Team building away days.
Free on site parking.
Please apply if this sounds like something you are interested in.

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