Purchase Ledger Assistant (Maternity Cover)
Cygnet Wrotham Heath, England, United Kingdom
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Purchase Ledger Assistant (Maternity Cover)
Cygnet Wrotham Heath, England, United Kingdom
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We are looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant (Maternity Cover) to join our team at Cygnet Nepicar House in Sevenoaks, Kent.
Cygnet, established in 1988, offers a wide range of health and social care services for young people and adults with mental health needs, acquired brain injuries, eating disorders, autism, and learning disabilities within the UK.
Reporting to the Purchase Ledger Team Leader, you will be responsible for managing the daily controls of the purchase ledger process, from invoice receipt through approval to payment.
Main duties include matching and coding invoices, preparing and executing BACS payments, and reconciling supplier statements. You will provide professional and efficient support to the finance team and other departments.
Key Responsibilities
* Accurately process supplier invoices and credit notes
* Code invoices to the correct accounts and cost centres
* Match invoices to purchase orders
* Record VAT accurately
* Prepare BACS payment runs
* Ensure payments are approved per company policy
* Maintain supplier records
* Verify supplier bank details in accordance with company policy
* Communicate with suppliers regarding invoice queries and payment status
* Develop good relationships with suppliers and colleagues
* Review and suggest improvements to systems and processes
* Assist with other tasks as needed
Key Skills
* Excellent communication, attention to detail, and accuracy
* Strong organizational and time-management skills
* Ability to work independently and in a team
* Self-disciplined, proactive, and flexible
* Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
* Ability to meet deadlines
Why Cygnet? We offer...
* Opportunities for further learning through our apprenticeship scheme
* Support and supervision from experienced staff
* Employee referral scheme
* Free Health Cash plan
* Enhanced maternity pay: 8 weeks full pay, 18 weeks half pay (including SMP), followed by 13 weeks SMP
* 24-hour free GP support line
* Free life assurance
* Free eye tests
* Car lease discounts
* Discounted gym memberships
* Free mortgage and insurance advice
* Pension scheme
* Employee NHS discounts and 'Cycle to Work' scheme
* Health and wellness programs
Note: Due to sponsorship limits, we are currently unable to sponsor new candidates. We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Please apply early.
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare
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