Job Title: Purchase Ledger Team Leader Location: John Thompson & Sons Reporting to: Assistant Accountant Salary: TBD Job Purpose: We are seeking a dynamic individual to lead our Purchase Ledger Team and lead on process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the Finance function as well as success in delivering and implementing successful, value-added improvement projects. The successful candidate will work closely with the rest of the Finance team and the wider business to deliver a highly top-quality information, service and support function, that enables the company in achieving its objectives. Key Accountabilities: - Oversee the purchase ledger function, ensuring the processing of supplier invoices, payment runs and appropriate reconciliations Coordinate, guide and train the Purchase Ledger team Manage key supplier accounts and ensure timely processing of supplier payment Liaise with internal departments and suppliers to resolve queries and discrepancies Assist with cash flow forecasting Investigation of costs that fall outside of acceptable parameters Working with the finance team on producing current KPIs reports Continuously review opportunities for internal control enhancement within administrative processes Lead and manage, value added, process improvement projects within the Finance department. Collaborate with other functions to identify and deliver process improvement initiatives. Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc tasks and project when needed Any other duties deemed necessary by management Person Specification: - 5+ years of experience in an office administration environment, preferably within Purchase Ledger 3 5 Years people management experience Possess strong leadership and communication skills Ability to prioritise with strong attention to detail, organising and planning skills Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders Sound knowledge of financial principles Possess 5 GCSEs including Maths and English Proficiency in Excel Experience with ERP systems and financial software Perks of Thompsons The Opportunity to work for a company within the Top 10 Companies in Northern Ireland. Remuneration Competitive Salary Above Statutory Holiday Entitlement Death in Service Benefit x 4 Cycle To Work Scheme Free Secure Onsite Parking Enhanced ERs Pension @ 6% Vouchers @ Christmas Long Service Awards Competitive Shift Premiums Company Uniform Training and Career Development Opportunities Job Security 150+ yrs in business Company Sick Pay Enhanced Maternity Pay Enhanced Paternity Pay Health & Wellbeing Free Tea & Coffee / Vending Enhanced Health Care Scheme (includes partner and children) Annual Flu Vaccination Paid Compassionate leave Paid time off for medical appointments 24/7 EAP, Counselling & Advice service Discount Voucher Scheme Summer BBQ Free Breakfasts Team Bonding Events Lunch & Learns