Our client is on the lookout for a Purchase Ledger Assistant. This role is pivotal in supporting the Accounts Team with meeting strict deadlines and providing general administrative support. The successful candidate will be instrumental in implementing and embedding the company vision and behaviours across all operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on the future of the company, focusing on delivering the highest service and getting things 'right first time'.What you'll do:Your role will be central to ensuring smooth operations within the Accounts Team. You'll handle supplier invoices, from entry and verification to payment, ensuring accuracy at every step. Your excellent communication skills will come into play as you liaise with managers and suppliers via telephone and email. You'll negotiate credits when necessary, challenge any incorrect invoices, and raise any queries promptly. Your attention to detail will be crucial in preparing payments for weekly/monthly BACS runs and assisting in both month-end processes and year-end tasks.* Entry, verification, and payment of supplier invoices* Telephone and email correspondence with managers and suppliers* Negotiating credits where needed, challenging incorrect invoices, and raising queries* Resolving queries with department managers* Preparation of payments for weekly/monthly BACS run* Assist in month end process and year endWhat you bring:You're a team player who thrives in collaborative environments, always ready to support your colleagues. Your communication skills are top-notch, allowing you to effectively liaise with managers and suppliers alike. You're driven, organised, and focused, able to juggle multiple tasks without losing sight of deadlines. Your exceptional organisational skills are matched by your keen attention to detail. You have knowledge of Microsoft Excel and basic understanding of Plant. Plus, you have at least one year's experience in a Purchase Ledger role.* Team player mentality* Excellent communication abilities* Drive, organisation, and focus* Exceptional organisational skills* Ability to meet strict deadlines* Attention to detail* Knowledge of Microsoft Excel* Basic knowledge of Plant* At least 1 year Purchase ledger experienceWhat sets this company apart:This company prides itself on being more than just a business. They value inclusivity, fun, wellbeing, and high performance in everything they do. They offer flexible working arrangements and welcome enquiries from everyone, valuing diversity in their workforce. They also provide a range of benefits including company events, a company pension, free parking, gym membership, and a health & wellbeing programme.
Our client is on the lookout for a Purchase Ledger Assistant. This role is pivotal in supporting the Accounts Team with meeting strict deadlines and providing general administrative support. The successful candidate will be instrumental in implementing and embedding the company vision and behaviours across all operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on the future of the company, focusing on delivering the highest service and getting things 'right first time'.
What you'll do:
Your role will be central to ensuring smooth operations within the Accounts Team. You'll handle supplier invoices, from entry and verification to payment, ensuring accuracy at every step. Your excellent communication skills will come into play as you liaise with managers and suppliers via telephone and email. You'll negotiate credits when necessary, challenge any incorrect invoices, and raise any queries promptly. Your attention to detail will be crucial in preparing payments for weekly/monthly BACS runs and assisting in both month-end processes and year-end tasks.
* Entry, verification, and payment of supplier invoices
* Telephone and email correspondence with managers and suppliers
* Negotiating credits where needed, challenging incorrect invoices, and raising queries
* Resolving queries with department managers
* Preparation of payments for weekly/monthly BACS run
* Assist in month end process and year end
What you bring:
You're a team player who thrives in collaborative environments, always ready to support your colleagues. Your communication skills are top-notch, allowing you to effectively liaise with managers and suppliers alike. You're driven, organised, and focused, able to juggle multiple tasks without losing sight of deadlines. Your exceptional organisational skills are matched by your keen attention to detail. You have knowledge of Microsoft Excel and basic understanding of Plant. Plus, you have at least one year's experience in a Purchase Ledger role.
* Team player mentality
* Excellent communication abilities
* Drive, organisation, and focus
* Exceptional organisational skills
* Ability to meet strict deadlines
* Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
* Basic knowledge of Plant
* At least 1 year Purchase ledger experience
What sets this company apart:
This company prides itself on being more than just a business. They value inclusivity, fun, wellbeing, and high performance in everything they do. They offer flexible working arrangements and welcome enquiries from everyone, valuing diversity in their workforce. They also provide a range of benefits including company events, a company pension, free parking, gym membership, and a health & wellbeing programme.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Focus: Part Qualified Accountant
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Hemel Hempstead
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Focus: Part Qualified Accountant
Industry: Accountancy
Salary: £33,000 - £36,000 per annum
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Hemel Hempstead
FULL_TIME
Job Reference: O6L75U-C56F8064
Date posted: 6 May 2025
Consultant: Ashely Koven
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