Job Description

Purchase Ledger Coordinator - 12 month FTC



We are looking for a Purchase Ledger Co-ordinator to join our friendly team, on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract. This new role will manage multi-channel mailboxes, Continia (OCR system for invoices), run payment runs, monitor and report on SLA and KPI, as well as working alongside the team leaders to support the targets of the department. We are looking for a dynamic person that can use their initiative whilst keeping team leaders informed.

Overview of Role:

Reporting to and supporting the Purchase Ledger Manager in successfully ensuring the departmental goals are met. Responsible for ensuring invoices are registered on the accounting system in a timely manner. Supporting the team leaders in maintaining deadlines across the department by working with the Purchase ledger Manager and team leaders to drive progressive improvements in tasks and processes

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure the team meets deadlines set by the Purchase Ledger Manager and the wider business. Resolve queries raised by practices and escalated by the team. Management of multiple channel mailbox. Ensure invoices are registered on the accounting system in a timely manner. Ensure payment runs are completed within the agreed timescales. Working with other areas and suppliers, to resolve issues in the business e.g. Property queries, disposals, improvements in process. Reporting and clearance of debit balance. Processing of supplier invoices. Reconciliation of supplier accounts and dealing with Proforma invoices. Look to develop and improve processes to meet objectives set by the finance function. Other ad hoc duties as required by the Purchase ledger Manager

Experience:

You will ideally be working towards an accounting qualification (AAT/ACA/CIMA/ACCA) or have the necessary experience. You will be able to demonstrate experience of working in a fast-paced finance team producing accurate and reliable work to deadlines. You will also have shown initiative in finding ways to improve processes in finance and the wider business. Knowledge of Navision, or similar software advantageous. But an aptitude to learn new systems quickly and be adaptable is more important than prior knowledge.

Skills:

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the business to influence outcomes. A team player, who recognises how their work contributes to the overall success of the business. A critical thinker who will look outside of the box and improve efficiency.

We offer:

Salary up to 28000, dependent on experience 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays - with the opportunity to buy a further 10, or sell 5, days' holiday, allowing flexibility for longer adventures Health Shield Plan - savings on selected treatments and with selected retailers Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

If the role fits with your experience, apply through the link.

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