Purchase Ledger Assistant -Location Droitwich -Salary - £28K
Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for process efficiency?
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join a Central Finance Team, supporting the smooth and accurate running of our accounts payable function across our growing group of manufacturing companies.
About the Role:
As a Purchase Ledger Assistant, you will be responsible for managing multiple ledgers, ensuring that supplier invoices are processed promptly and accurately, and supporting month-end reporting requirements.
The Purchase Ledger Assistant will play a key role in maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal departments, ensuring all financial records are up to date and in line with group policies.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain multiple purchase ledgers (initially two, with potential for more as the group expands)
Process supplier invoices accurately in Microsoft Dynamics Business Central
Match invoices to purchase orders, resolving discrepancies where needed
Liaise with suppliers to manage and resolve invoice queries in a timely manner
Perform supplier statement reconciliations
Prepare and post BACS and Direct Debit payments
Assist in creating BACS payment files for approval
Set up new supplier accounts and maintain supplier data
Support month-end processes, including accruals and reconciliations
Provide internal and external stakeholders with timely and accurate reports
Provide cover for other purchase ledger team members when needed
Carry out ad hoc finance tasks as requested
What were Looking For:
Strong understanding of purchase ledger processes
Previous experience managing multiple ledgers
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of Business Central (preferred)
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage high-volume processing
Proactive communicator and confident liaising with internal teams and external suppliers
Ability to meet strict month-end deadlines and work well under pressure
Alcea Consultancy are acting as an employment business/agency in relation to this vacancy.
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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