Established in 2013, Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets.
We provide award-winning services to the clean water, wastewater, gas, digital networks, and highways sectors. We are passionate about working alongside our clients and partners to maintain the utility services essential to modern life.
About The Role
The Purchase Ledger Supervisor will be responsible for supervising the purchase ledger team, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of all supplier invoices, managing supplier relationships, and overseeing month-end and year-end procedures related to accounts payable. The role also involves resolving discrepancies, improving processes, and ensuring compliance with company policies.
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Responsibilities
* Team Supervision: Manage and supervise the purchase ledger team, oversee daily operations, monitor performance, and ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time. Provide training and development opportunities for team members. Ensure the team follows company policies and procedures while maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency.
* Invoice Processing: Oversee the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, ensure they are matched against purchase orders and delivery notes, authorize payments with proper approvals, and log all invoices into the accounts payable system with proper filing.
* Supplier Management: Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, resolve issues or disputes promptly, ensure payments are made according to terms, and investigate discrepancies with statements or invoice queries.
* Month-End & Year-End: Assist in month-end closing activities, ensure accruals and prepayments are recorded, and support year-end audits with reports and documentation.
* Reporting & Analysis: Prepare reports for management, analyze supplier accounts, payment performance, and cash flow, and assist with aged creditor reports to minimize overdue payments.
* Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to increase efficiency, reduce errors, and ensure internal controls are followed.
* Compliance & Best Practice: Ensure transactions comply with standards and regulations, and maintain accurate records for reporting.
What You Will Get In Return
Joining Sapphire Utility Solutions as part of the Lanes Group, the UK’s largest independent provider, we prioritize employee well-being, growth, and safety. We offer continuous training, professional development, and a supportive environment that values diversity and integrity.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Auto-enrollment pension scheme
* Free onsite parking
* Friendly working environment
* Modern office with kitchen areas
The Lanes Group includes several subsidiaries enhancing our service capabilities across various regions and sectors.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented communities. Strictly no agencies please.
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