Location
Manchester
Discipline:
Finance
Job type:
Permanent
Job ref:
007442
Published:
about 3 hours ago
A bit about us
Established in 1994, The Fragrance Shop is the UK's leading independent fragrance retailer. Our aim is to make mainstream and luxury fragrances affordable and accessible to all. We showcase more than 130 fragrance brands in over 220 stores throughout the UK and online at We are expanding and are looking for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join the team and be part of a growing and vibrant brand.
Why you'll love working here
* Enjoy work-life balance with our flexible working scheme - including 15 work from home days a year, duvet days and the choice to flex your working hours
* Vibrant state-of-the-art office, conveniently located in Trafford Park with great transport links and free onsite parking
* No need to travel to the gym – we have one here for you Take advantage of our free onsite gym facilities before/after work or even pop in at lunchtime
* Generous staff discounts on a wide range of fabulous fragrances
* Excellent progression and development opportunities - work with teams who are passionate about what they do and develop your expertise within a creative and collaborative space
The role
Are you a motivated individual with Purchase Ledger experience who can work on your own initiative? We have just the role for you.
Reporting to the AP Supervisor, The **Purchase Ledger Clerk **will take responsibility for the maintenance of the purchase ledger for the business. The successful candidate will be someone who has exceptional attention to detail and works methodically, with excellent communication skills.
What you'll be doing
* Inputting, coding and processing invoices daily including utilities
* Prepare month end payment runs according to company standards and in line with internal controls (invoice authorisations and PO sign offs)
* Ensure key accounts are managed appropriately as priority to minimise impacts of late payment (Key SLA)
* Build solid supplier relationships
* Supplier statement reconciliation and control, good maintenance of aged accounts
* Process expenses in line with company policy and submit to payroll
* Assist in intercompany account reconciliation
* Assist with legal issues in conjunction with Head of Finance
* Assisting in other areas of Finance if required
What you'll bring
Essential - 2 years+ experience in purchase ledger or similar role, must be a self-starter*
* Retail industry or multisite experience is a benefit as is any exposure to processing stock and rent/service charge purchase ledgers
* Previous experience of working on purchase ledger / working in a busy finance department
* Good Excel and Word skills
* Effective communicator (both written and verbally), internally and externally
* Experience with working with Microsoft Dynamics Nav
* Track record of being highly organised with the ability to prioritise effectively
How to apply
Simply upload your CV via our careers page.
Join us now and help shape the future of fragrance retail
The Fragrance Shop is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are regrettably not able to respond to everyone. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of your application, please assume that on this occasion you have not been successful.