Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a Cambridge based business in their search for a Part-time Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their Accounts Team. This is a 9-month fixed term contract initially. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, contributing to the organisation's finance operations and ensuring all purchasing adheres to best practices and policies.
Contract: 9 months fixed-term
The Purchase Ledger Clerk will undertake a variety of key duties within the finance department. You will play a central role in ensuring the accurate and efficient processing of accounts payables, supporting the implementation of a planned new finance system, and assisting in other areas of the team during busy periods or staff absences. This position offers the chance to be part of a well-regarded business while developing new experiences in an exciting and evolving finance team.
Process invoices in the financial system on a timely basis, ensuring supporting documentation such as purchase orders, delivery notes, and authorisations are in place.
Process payment runs in line with company policies.
Review and process corporate card expenses, ensuring compliance with company policies.
Maintain prepayment and accrual records for the Management Accountant.
Maintain the approved supplier list and action the setup of new accounts following due process.
Provide general support to the Accounts Team, including assisting with sales ledger and nominal ledger responsibilities during busy periods or when colleagues are on leave.
Contribute to the business's planned review of its finance system, taking part in setup and testing work.
Support ad-hoc projects and tasks as required.
Demonstrate flexibility and a collaborative approach to ensure the effective running of the Accounts Team.
This role includes other reasonable duties as assigned, and is well-suited to someone who thrives in a flexible, team-oriented environment with a willingness to take on new tasks as they arise.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid IT skills.
Recent and relevant purchase ledger or accounts payable experience.
Education to at least GCSE level or equivalent (including Maths and English).
A finance, admin, or accounting qualification such as AAT (including part-qualified).
Previous Accounts Payable experience
Flexible part-time working (30 hours per week) to support work-life balance.
Opportunities to engage in process improvements, including involvement in finance system upgrades.