Purchase Ledger
Location: Stoke-On-Trent
Hours: Monday to Friday (40 hours)
Temporary to Permanent opportunity
Role Overview:
Our client is looking for someone to take full ownership and responsibility for purchase ledger (inventory) and payment administration. The successful candidate will contribute positively to the overall brand and business reputation through the timely and accurate completion of work activities, while consistently delivering exceptional quality and service.
Job Duties:
Validate purchase invoices against goods received (excluding overheads) and confirm alignment with agreed payment terms
Verify supplier bank details prior to processing payments
Prepare and distribute daily GRN (Goods Received Note) reports to support cashflow planning
Accurately post invoices and credit notes to the Purchase Ledger across multiple currencies
Reconcile supplier accounts and statements to ensure records are accurate and up to date
Post and allocate daily payments to the Purchase Ledger
Communicate with suppliers and internal teams-both verbally and in writing-to resolve queries promptly and efficiently
Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the company's operations, procedures, and business activities
Adhere to all health & safety and security protocols, promptly reporting any concerns or incidents
Maintain accurate and timely records in SAGE, including updates to actions, credit limits, and other relevant data
File invoices, statements, and supporting documents in an organised and accessible manner
Provide support across other finance-related functions as needed, including covering Retail, Credit Control, or Financial Admin tasks during absences or busy periods
Skills Required:
Strong, positive interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility at all levels
Highly reliable, well-organised, and self-disciplined, with the ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines under pressure
Discreet and trustworthy, with a meticulous attention to detail and a structured, methodical approach to tasks
A proactive team player, able to work collaboratively within a small, dedicated team in a fast-paced and evolving environment
Flexible and motivated, with a commitment to delivering high service standards and a drive for continuous improvement
Skilled at building and maintaining strong working relationships both internally and externally across all levels
Proficient in IT systems, with a solid background in account reconciliation and a minimum of 3 years' end-to-end stock purchase ledger experience
Confident handling multiple currencies; experience with Sage Intacct is preferred
Interested? Call Maria on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.
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