Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger Assistant and are seeking a dynamic, friendly, hard working person to join our team.

Main Responsibilities

Based within the finance department at the head office at Blandford, this role includes the following key priorities:

Moving purchase invoices for processing purposes, usually received via e-mail.

Reconciliation and management of supplier accounts against statement and resolution of any discrepancies.

Processing weekly purchase ledger payments by BACS, or other means as appropriate.

Planning payments to maximise settlement discounts where available and minimise the amount of interest payable.

Communicate with administrators at all depots to ensure that purchase invoices are processed in the month to which they apply maximising VAT offset.

Resolving purchase ledger issues internally and externally.

Managing the company credit cards.

Any other activities deemed within the scope of your professional capabilities that you may from time to time be required to do.

Employees must act in accordance with the company Health & Safety Policy, Risk Assessments and Safe Working Practices.

Personal Specification

Good IT skills, including Word and Excel.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Ability to work to deadlines and to a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.

An enthusiastic, organised and flexible individual who enjoys a varied role.

Reports to: Finance Manager

Line Management Responsibilities: None

Location: Blandford Head Office

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: PL Assistant 2023