Purchase Ledger Administrator

Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Purchase Ledger Administrator to join our Finance team. As an integral part of a small team this role combines controlling the purchase ledger and supplier payments together with month end ledger close processes. Ensuring that all supplier purchase invoices are properly authorised and processed for payment on time, the ledger is kept up to date, and queries resolved promptly.

This multi-skilled position also provides cover for other functions within the Finance department during sickness and holiday.

Duties

• Processing supplier stock invoices, matching to the system generated goods receipt entries, and checking for discrepancies in quantities or pricing.
• For non-stock invoices, sending invoices out to the appropriate managers and obtaining authorisation before processing.
• Efficient resolution of queries with both suppliers and internal departments.
• Weekly bulk payment runs and payments to international suppliers.
• Creation of payments on bank web portal for Director authorisation.
• Updating supplier payment tracking spreadsheet which feeds into the weekly cash forecast.
• Regular reconciliation of purchase ledger accounts to supplier statements.
• Month-end purchase ledger closure routines.
• Shared responsibility for daily cash book postings.
• When required provide support for the credit control function by allocating customer payments and taking card payments over the phone.
• Other ad-hoc duties as required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role .
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent data entry skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with good phone etiquette.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

If you are an enthusiastic individual looking to contribute to our finance department, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,500.00-£29,250.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Application question(s):

• Are you currently located within daily commuting distance from Ilminster TA19 9EA

Experience:

• relevant: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person