Job: Purchase Ledger Clerk
Temporary 3 months
Location: Market Deeping
Monday to Friday / Hybrid
Salary£27-33K
The ideal candidate has around 3 years in a similar purchase ledger role, is available to start immediately and can pass BPSS checks.
Our client, a well-established engineering and manufacturing business, needs an experienced purchase ledger professional who can step in immediately and keep the ledger running smoothly.
Key responsibilities
- Check supplier invoices, match them to goods received notes (GRNs) and obtain approvals within set limits of authority.
- Prepare outgoing supplier payments by BACS, including international payments.
- Record payments made in the business system (Jobscope).
- Process supplier debit notes for rejected or returned stock.
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
- Post customer cash receipts and record sales invoices in Jobscope.
- Carry out month-end and year-end processing within the business system.
- Maintain accurate records, logs and files of invoices, payments and approvals.
- Handle email and telephone queries from internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Support internal and external auditors as required.
- Follow the company's standards of business ethics and conduct at all times.
- Carry out other related finance tasks as directed by the department supervisor.
Essential
- Previous purchase ledger or accounts payable experience in an office environment, ideally 3 years in a similar role.
- Experience processing BACS and international supplier payments.
- Working knowledge of VAT.
- Experience using an integrated, modular ERP system (Jobscope experience is a bonus; SAP, Sage 200 or similar also relevant).
- Competent with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- GCSE Maths and English at grade C / 4 or above (or equivalent).
- Able to pass BPSS pre-employment screening.
- Available to start immediately.
Desirable
- Bookkeeping experience.
- Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Exposure to month-end and year-end processes and audits.
Personal qualities
- Strong attention to detail, numeracy and integrity.
- Clear, calm and professional communication with suppliers.
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Works well independently and as part of a team, using initiative to solve problems
Purchas Ledger Clerk employer: Recruit Mint Ltd
Join a leading technology manufacturer in Market Deeping, where you will play a crucial role as a Test Systems Engineer in a supportive and innovative work environment. With flexible working hours, generous annual leave, and a strong focus on employee development through training opportunities, this company prioritises your growth and wellbeing. Enjoy unique benefits such as Liberty Days, a cycle-to-work scheme, and a subsidised canteen, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
