Purchase Ledger Assistant

We’re looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join an established finance team in Worsley. This is a varied role that also includes supporting cash flow planning, stock records, expenses and wider finance administration. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day Purchase Ledger function, processing supplier invoices and payments, resolving queries and ensuring supplier accounts are accurate and up to date. What’s on offer? * £34,000 per year * Mon – Thu | 7:30am – 4pm / Fri | 7:30am – 12:30pm * 24 days holiday * 4% pension * Death in Service at 4x salary * Medicash cashback plan * Work anniversary day off after 2 years * Monthly paid breakfast * Cycle to Work Scheme * Salary Exchange Scheme What will you be doing as a Purchase Ledger Assistant? * Processing supplier invoices, credit notes and returns * Managing disputed invoices and resolving supplier queries * Preparing supplier payment runs * Liaising with suppliers to obtain invoices, GRNs and credit notes * Checking prices against purchase orders and previous purchases, highlighting any discrepancies * Reconciling supplier statements * Supporting cash flow forecasting when planning supplier and subcontractor payments * Processing weekly cash expenses and per diem payments * Processing monthly credit card transactions * Assisting with the management and monitoring of utility costs * Producing stock records for stores and production and analysing stock movements What do you need? * Previous experience working within Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable * Experience processing supplier invoices, credit notes and payments * Confidence reconciling supplier statements and resolving account queries * Experience checking invoices against purchase orders and investigating discrepancies * Good communication skills when dealing with suppliers and internal departments * A proactive approach to resolving issues and keeping supplier accounts up to date Apply today Apply today or speak with Chelsea at KPJ Group for more information between 9am – 5pm Monday – Friday. KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 50 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care however due to the high volume of applications are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted