Purchase Ledger Clerk

Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk
Salary: £25,000 (DOE)
Location: Sheffield
 
! Immediate Start Available !
 
Are you detail-oriented with a knack for maintaining accurate financial records?
Are you looking for a role to get stuck into that also provides a fantastic work-life balance?

If so, this might be the perfect opportunity for you!
 
The Opportunity
As a Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk, you’ll play a crucial role in managing this company’s financial transactions. You'll be an integral part of ensuring that all supplier invoices are processed efficiently and accurately, contributing to the financial health of the organisation. This role offers the chance to work within a supportive team environment and grow your skills in finance and administration.
 
The Role
As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, your primary responsibility will be maintaining the purchase ledger, handling supplier invoices, and ensuring timely payments. You'll also assist with operating the telephone switchboard during overflow and lunchtime periods. Key responsibilities include:

• Data entry of supplier invoices into the computer system (Kerridge)
• Processing cheque payments and maintaining payment logs
• Reconciling accounts within the Purchase Ledger and resolving outstanding items
• Ensuring invoices are correctly charged to the appropriate cost centre and authorised
• Liaising with departments to obtain necessary invoice authorisations
• Handling supplier queries regarding outstanding payments
• Maintaining accurate records and filing invoices and statements promptly
• Assisting with expense analysis and other ad hoc duties as required

 
The Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a candidate with a minimum of two years' experience in a similar role, preferably in a finance or accounting environment. The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Proficiency in data entry and computer systems
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of accounting principles and purchase ledger processes
• Familiarity with health and safety policies and quality procedures

 
This role offers both full-time and part-time positions with expected hours ranging from 25 to 30 per week.

If the above sounds like somethin gyou'd be interested in, don't wait! Pick up the phone and call Pertemps Leeds and ask for Katie Miller.