Job Description

Job Title:

Purchase Ledger Assistant

Location:

Head Office, Rosehill, Carlisle

Salary:

28k to 30k per annum (dependent upon experience)

An opportunity for a Purchase Ledger Assistant has become available at our Head Office in Carlisle. The role assists in the maintenance of the purchase ledgers for Cumbria Waste Group, currently consisting of 4 trading legal entities, to ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, credits and payments, ensuring delivery of an effective and efficient finance support function for the business.

Key Responsibilities include:

Purchase Ledger

Accurately code and post supplier invoices and credit notes using cloud based document capture software, Yooz, as well as the Pegasus Opera accounts package. Ensure a high level of accuracy in input and coding of invoices and credit notes. Match invoices to purchase orders, goods received notes, and other relevant transactional data. Liaise with managers for the approval of supplier invoices, ensuring compliance with authorisation procedures and limits. Set up new supplier accounts and maintain existing account details. Complete supplier statement reconciliations. Communicate with suppliers to resolve any invoicing or payment queries. Prepare suggested payment reports for BACS payments, ready for review and authorisation. Prepare month-end purchase order accruals. Meet agreed targets and deadlines for month-end close. Ensure compliance with relevant finance policies and procedures in all activities. Work closely and build strong relationships with the finance team, offering assistance where needed to ensure an effective and efficient service is provided throughout the finance team. Work with managers and other stakeholders across the company to ensure the processing and payment of supplier invoices is effective.

What you need:

Proven work experience as a purchase ledger assistant or similar role Strong attention to detail and high accuracy in data processing Excellent communication skills Accounting Technician qualification (AAT), level 3 or similar Knowledge of MS Excel and accounting software

What you get:

5% Employer & Employee pension contribution 20-25 days holiday plus bank holidays Opportunity to buy up to 5 days holiday Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Additional comprehensive health & wellbeing support Life assurance
To apply for this role please submit a CV & Cover Letter through indeed, or email - HR@cumbriawaste.co.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person