Job Description

Sterling are a progressive, ambitious and dynamic and property management and Development Company, based in Bury. We manage a large portfolio of properties across the UK, valued at more than 190m. We are looking for capable, enthusiastic, and dedicated people, able to work at a fast pace to join our expanding team.

Having over 20 years of property experience, we are experts in all areas of residential and commercial properties across lettings, management and property development.

Role Summary

To manage the purchase ledgers of all group companies, ensuring suppliers are paid promptly and ledgers are maintained to a high standard

Key Responsibilities

Process invoices in a timely and accurate manner, matching to purchase orders and ensuring authorised in line with company procedures Maintain the purchase ledger, ensuring invoices are posted accurately with the correct VAT treatment Processing the weekly payment runs accurately and diligently ensuring suppliers are paid to agreed terms Timely processing of employee expenses Set up new supplier accounts and maintain existing account details Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, regularly reconciling statements and resolving queries in a timely manner Provide support to the Management Accountant by preparing key reports to support the month end process and any other ad hoc task requested from time to time
Key Performance Indicators

Invoice inbox well managed, all invoices processed with 48 hours of receipt Accounts inbox well managed with all queries receiving an initial response within 3 days and followed up regularly until resolved Payment of invoices to agreed terms with no duplicate payments Account postings accurate with minimal errors
Decision Making

Management of own workload Ability to make recommendations on improving the purchase to pay process
Complexity

Maintaining the purchase ledger requires an understanding of different types of property spend and appropriate VAT treatments Liaising with suppliers to resolve queries
Key Relationships

Property Managers Management Accountant Trade suppliers including utility companies and local authorities
Required Skills and Qualifications

Experience of purchase ledger processing Strong attention to detail with ability to work in a fast-paced environment to tight deadlines Proficient in use of Microsoft packages, including Word, Advanced Excel and Outlook Proficiency in use of accounting software (Propman and Xero preferred) Excellent numerical, analytical, and administration skills Good communication skills to liaise with property managers, suppliers and finance team A relevant accounting qualification (AAT), or qualified by experience
What we offer:

As part of the Sterling Team you will have access to some great benefits including:

Pension and life insurance scheme Medicash membership On-site gym membership and parking Development and progression opportunities Along with other benefits
Sterling Properties is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,000.00-26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking Gym membership Life insurance On-site parking
Work Location: In person