NXTGEN are pleased to be working exclusively with a successful business based just south of Norwich, who are looking to recruit a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their dynamic and friendly Finance Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a well-established organisation offering flexibility, stability and a supportive working environment. The Purchase Ledger Clerk will play a key role within the finance function, supporting the Accounts Payable Manager and the wider team.
The business operates a hybrid working policy.
Key responsibilities will include:
Registration and posting of purchase invoices (circa 150 invoices per week)
Investigating invoice queries and discrepancies with suppliers and internal departments, ensuring issues are resolved ahead of due dates
Providing weekly updates to the Accounts Payable Manager on outstanding queries
Processing weekly payment runs
Cash allocations
Raising debit notes and maintaining accurate records
Supplier statement reconciliations
New supplier account set-up and ongoing maintenance
Assisting during the annual audit process
Providing holiday cover for other team members
Supporting with ad hoc finance tasks as required
The ideal candidate will have previous purchase ledger experience gained within a busy finance environment and be comfortable managing a high-volume workload. You will have a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, alongside excellent organisational skills and a high level of attention to detail. The successful individual will be able to prioritise tasks effectively, work to strict deadlines, and communicate confidently with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. You will be capable of working on your own initiative, taking ownership of your responsibilities, while also contributing positively as part of a collaborative finance team