The Role An excellent opportunity has arisen for a detail-oriented Finance Assistant / Purchase Ledger Officer to join a busy finance function. This role is well suited to a proactive finance professional with strong accounts payable and reconciliation experience, who thrives in a fast paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and suppliers. Key Responsibilities Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently Managing supplier queries and resolving invoicing discrepancies Preparing and assisting with weekly and ad-hoc payment runs Completing bank and account reconciliations Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting audit requests Collaborating with budget holders to ensure timely invoice approvals Supporting wider finance team duties as required Skills & Experience Required Proven experience in accounts payable / purchase ledger or similar finance role Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy Experience with accounting systems such as Sage or Xero Confident using MS Excel and Microsoft Office Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to manage deadlines and work independently What's on Offer Competitive salary of £30,000 Hybrid working model Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunity for long term stability and career development What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Benefits: £30000