Finance Assistant – Purchase Ledger

Description

Role: Finance Assistant (Purchase Ledger)

Location: Droitwich

Salary: GBP(phone number removed)K

Fully site based – 39.5 hours per week

We are recruiting for a Finance Assistant – Purchase Ledger to join a well–established retail and leisure business in Droitwich.

THE ROLE

The Finance Assistant will be a key member of the Finance team, responsible for ensuring that all purchase ledger activities are processed accurately and in a timely manner. It involves processing a high volume of invoices, matching purchase orders, managing supplier payments, and reconciling supplier statements.

You will take ownership of resolving supplier queries efficiently, helping to minimise disruption across our network of stores and internal departments. With approximately 800 invoices processed per month, the role requires someone who can work at pace while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger role is desirable; however, applications from candidates studying towards an AAT qualification will also be considered.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Code and process purchase ledger invoices accurately and efficiently Reconcile supplier statements and investigate and resolve discrepancies Process staff expense claims in accordance with company policy Process company credit card statements and post invoice accruals Manage and monitor the purchase ledger inbox Reconcile outstanding purchase orders and request missing invoices Manage foreign payment runs Perform daily ticket sales reconciliations Respond to and resolve supplier queries in a timely and professional manner Provide general support and assistance to the Finance team Provide cover for other Finance team members during periods of holiday or absence PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger or similar finance role Strong IT skills with a good working understanding of finance processes Understanding of double–entry bookkeeping or currently developing this knowledge through AAT studies Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with colleagues and suppliers Strong Excel skills Desirable

Experience using Continia Data Capture Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC365) Studying or intending to study towards an AAT qualification The Package

Full–time, permanent role – 39.5 hours average per week Pension scheme and life insurance Staff discount benefits Annual performance–related bonus Free on–site parking If you are interested in the role, please send your cv to (url removed) or feel free to call me on (phone number removed).

Ad ID: 5417747147