Your newpany
A well-established and respected client is currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join their expanding Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable team. This is an excellent "next step" opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in AP/PL, particularly those who are looking to take on supervisory/team management responsibilities.
Your new role will include the following duties:
1. Invoice Processing: Accurately process a high volume of supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding and timely entry into the accounting system.
2. Supplier Reconciliations: Reconcile monthly to ensure all invoices and credit notes are accounted for and discrepancies are resolved promptly.
3. Payment Runs: Prepare and process weekly/monthly BACS and cheque payment runs, ensuring suppliers are paid on time.
4. Query Resolution: Handle and resolve supplier queries efficiently, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and internal departments.
5. Purchase Order Matching: Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes, investigating and resolving any mismatches or discrepancies.
6. Month-End Support: Assist with month-end closing activities, including accruals and reporting on outstanding liabilities.
7. Document Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, both electronically and physically, in line with data retention policies.
8. Team Collaboration: Work closely with the finance team and other departments to support continuous improvement in processes and systems.
What you'll need to succeed
9. At least 2 years' AP/PL experience, ideally gained within a fast-paced, high volume environment
10. Strongmunication and interpersonal skills
11. Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities
12. A proactive and positive approach to work
What you'll get in return
13. Salary of up to £27,500
14. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays -from day 1!
15. Flexible working hours
16. Hybrid working - 2 days WFH (if wanted) onpletion of successful probationary period
17. Access to a training fund - post probation
18. Excellent staff discount