Purchase Ledger ManagerLocation: Office-based - Bromsgrove Head OfficeContract: Full-time, permanent (35 hours per week)Salary: Up to £32,000 per annumBenefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Free ParkingAbout UsWe are Polaris, one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as leaving care services, education and bespoke children's services contracts.Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We are ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures.We are delighted to be seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Manager to join our expanding team at our Head Office in Bromsgrove.Role ResponsibilitiesManagement of purchase ledger systems, processes and controlsSupervise, manage, mentor and develop the purchase ledger team (3 staff)Desire and ability to train and educate purchase order usersEnsure weekly supplier Payment processing and authorisation in line with company proceduresResolve queries from suppliers and other departmentsReconcile suppliers' monthly statementsAssist with month-end proceduresAssist with year-end accounts and supply of audit informationMonitor, improve and develop internal processesReview and follow up on any invoices that may appear fraudulent or duplicated, escalating them in line with company proceduresMaintain and develop fraud prevention controls, including supplier verification processes and bank detail change checksProduce and review aged creditor reports, ensuring timely resolution of outstanding balancesAbout YouPrevious experience in purchase ledger, including purchase order systemsPrevious leadership or people development experienceKnowledge of accounting softwareA proactive attitude to workThe ability to work to strict deadlinesStrong attention to detailA team playerFor an informal discussion about this role, please contact Kate Fokes, Senior Financial Accountant, via email: .We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position.Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Finance, Keywords:Senior Accountant, Location:Bromsgrove, ENG-B60 2BQ