Job Description

BHC is one of the UK's leading Structural Steel Fabrication and Construction companies, supplying and erecting fabricated steel nationwide within the UK and Ireland.



We currently have a Full Time Vacancy - 40 Hours / week for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our accounting team.



The successful Candidate will play a crucial role in managing the Purchase ledger, ensuring accuracy in data entry and processing invoices. This position requires strong analytical skills & proficiency in accounting software to maintain financial records effectively.

Location : Carnwath South Lanarkshire

Key Responsibilities:

Process a High Volume of Purchase Invoices/Credits and Sub-Contract Pay Certs ensuring accuracy & compliance. Allocation of Supplier Invoices/credit notes to correct Purchase Orders and resolve discrepancies. Prepare and process Payments to Supplier and Sub-Contractors by Due Dates. Ensuring all Purchases and Credits are accurately recorded for VAT purposes. Daily monitoring to ensure Goods received not invoiced is kept to a minimum. Reconcile Supplier Statements and resolve any discrepancies. Deal with Supplier / Sub-Contract queries and emails in a professional and timely manner. Maintain accurate records and assist with Month end Tasks to meet deadlines. Monthly Subcontract Reconciliations and CIS Submissions to HMRC. Creating purchase orders within accounting system. Maintaining Strong relationships with The Company Suppliers. To Generally assist & Support Team Members & the Finance Department where necessary. Reviewing Systems & Processes with Finance and make improvements where necessary. Provide Cover for other Team Members within the Department. Deal with Internal and External queries in a professional and respectful manner. Preparing Ad-Hoc invoices and reports for weighbridge activity along with recording vehicle info upon entering/exiting our site.

Essential skills and experience required:

Computer literate including MS Office packages. Knowledge of accounts payable/general ledger procedures would be preferred. Experience with Subcontractors would be beneficial. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial information. Knowledge and experience of month end processes would be beneficial. Good communication skills and understanding of Confidentiality. Self-disciplined and efficient, with a flexible and proactive nature. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team with minimum supervision to meet deadlines. Demonstrate a willingness to learn & develop within the Accounts Department. Be adaptable, have a great work ethic, be organised & use their initiative daily Attention to detail is essential. Due to location Own Transport would be necessary.

If you are interested and have the necessary skills and experience, please apply below.