Purchase Ledger Clerk

Purchase Ledger ClerkNear TelfordTemp to Perm37.5 hours per week - 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday - FridaySalary - £26,000 - £29,000 per annumPrince Personnel are working with a great business who are based to the East of Telford. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Purchase Ledger Clerk will support a small and busy finance team by processing purchase ledger transactions.You will be responsible for:Process and match invoices, ensuring appropriate authorisation and accurate codingMaintain supplier records and ensure changes are properly authorisedReconcile supplier accounts and resolve discrepancies and queriesRespond to supplier and internal finance queries promptlyManage payment schedules and prevent duplicate paymentsProcess payment runs in line with agreed terms and authorisation proceduresAdminister corporate card transactions and expense claimsReconcile purchase ledger accounts and support month-end reportingAssist with month-end, year-end and audit requirementsProcess ad hoc payments as requiredMaintain accurate financial records and documentationProcess payments and support electronic payment methodsMaintain and reconcile petty cash recordsAssist with banking activities and cash managementSupport bank reconciliations and investigate discrepanciesEnsure compliance with financial controls, policies and procedures.Skills and ExperienceThe successful candidate will need to have had previous experience of working in finance with a good understanding of purchase ledger processes and financial controls. Also a working knowledge of VAT as it relates to purchase invoices. You will need proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, strong customer service and stakeholder management skills and the ability to investigate and resolve supplier and invoice queries.The application process:Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments within the application process, then please make it known at the earliest opportunity.We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours .If you do not hear from us within this time your details wont be retained. So, if you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment.About UsPrince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client.Whether youre seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract youll find us easy to deal with.Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales.Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and technical recruitment.With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you.Reference: BLB27020TPBN1_UKTJ