Purchase Ledger Clerk

Purchase Ledger Clerk

Central Cardiff

Salary: £30,000 plus Excellent Benefits

Hours: 37 hours per week (Flexible and Hybrid Working)

Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk looking to join a values-led organisation where your work genuinely makes a difference? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation with an outstanding reputation for excellence and community impact. Our client is looking to welcome a detail-driven and enthusiastic Purchase Ledger Clerk to their friendly, supportive finance team. Reporting directly to the Central Finance Officer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger function. This role offers the chance to be part of a collaborative, high-performing team in a well-structured and secure working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Process a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring correct coding, VAT treatment, and supplier details
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• Reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate supplier records
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• Manage the weekly payment run and any ad-hoc payment requests
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• Promptly resolve queries and build great relationships with internal and external stakeholders
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• Monitor and manage the accounts payable mailbox
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• Process daily cashbook entries and support bank reconciliations with the Cash and Banking Officer
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• Support procurement processes, including sending POs and placing online orders for budget holders
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• Assist with department credit card transaction coding
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• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance overall efficiency
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• Contribute to a positive and proactive finance function by supporting the wider team as needed
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Person Specification:

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• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar purchase ledger role
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• Strong teamwork and communication skills
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• Highly organised with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines under pressure
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• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive mindset
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• A natural problem-solver with a customer-first attitude
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• Eager to take ownership of a busy and fast-paced purchase ledger function
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• Flexible, adaptable, and happy to support colleagues when needed
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This is more than just a job; it’s a long-term opportunity to grow your career in a welcoming and professional environment. You’ll be joining a team that truly values its people, in a role that offers genuine work-life balance, job security and excellent benefits.

What’s in it for you?

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  • Flexible working policy
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  • Hybrid working after probation
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  • Central Cardiff location with stunning modern offices
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  • 28 days holiday + bank holidays + a 2-week Christmas shutdown (rising to 32 days after 5 years)
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  • Local Government pension scheme
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  • Cycle2Work scheme
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  • Electric car scheme
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  • Health scheme
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  • All necessary equipment provided
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If you’re looking to be part of something bigger and want to contribute to an organisation that makes a real impact, while enjoying an excellent work environment, please get in touch to find out more or submit your CV for consideration.