Purchase Ledger Clerk in Duxford

Location: Duxford, Cambridgeshire

Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum

Contract: Fixed Term Contract, 12 months/ Full Time, Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week

Working hours: Monday - Thursday: 9-5pm (30 minute lunch) or 0830am 4:30pm (30 minute lunch)/ Leave 30 minute early on a Friday.

Hybrid Working: Option to work from home 1 day per week following successful completion of training.

Have you previously worked in a finance role, or maybe you’re a finance graduate looking to gain experience? Do you have strong attention to detail and take pride in delivering accurate work? Are you available to commit to a 12-month fixed-term contract, supporting a finance team with a backlog of invoices, statements and assist as they transition to a new system? Would you feel confident managing a high volume of invoices and chasing up to approximately 1,000 per month? Do you have experience using Dynamics 365, or similar systems? Although this is not essential. Are you comfortable handling statement reconciliations, query resolution and invoice chasing within a friendly and supportive finance team?

Our client is a well-established and highly respected organisation operating within the commercial vehicle and capital equipment sector. As part of a larger international group, they support businesses across the UK through the supply, servicing and maintenance of specialist vehicles and equipment. We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their friendly and supportive finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This opportunity would suit an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk, someone with finance experience or a recent finance graduate looking to gain some experience working within a fast-paced environment in a highly established, corporate environment.

As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will play a key role in their Finance team, responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments. You will work closely with internal departments and external vendors to ensure that all financial obligations are met in a timely manner. This is a great opportunity for someone who is detail oriented and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Process invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring all relevant information is captured and recorded.
• Prepare and process payment runs, including obtaining necessary authorizations and ensuring payments are made on time.
• Review and reconcile supplier statements, making necessary investigations and adjustments.
• Resolve any invoice or payment discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Monitor and respond to vendor inquiries and address any issues or disputes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records.

Knowledge, Skills, And Experience

• Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger role or similar finance position.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to resolve issues effectively.

Benefits:

Alongside a competitive salary our client offers a host of fantastic benefits!

• Health Cash Plan – Claim money back on prescriptions (including HRT), glasses, dentists appointments, physio and more. We cover your basic plan, with the option to upgrade.
• Free Physio Access – Speak to a physio by phone or video.
• 24/7 GP Service – Private GP access anytime. They also offer a whole host of additional Health & Wellbeing Support and benefits.
• Pension – Match your contributions up to 5%.
• Car Leasing – Salary sacrifice schemes through Tusker or Octopus.
• Cycle to Work – Save on a new bike and accessories.
• Discounts Platform – Save on groceries, holidays, shopping and more.

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