Finance Officer (Purchase Ledger) Location: Workington - IN OFFICE ONLY Salary: £27,201 - £28,777 (dependent on experience) Contract: Temporary (4 months) Hours: 25 hours per week (flexible between 9:00am and 4:00pm) Job Purpose The Finance Officer (Purchase Ledger) is responsible for the timely, accurate, and efficient processing of supplier invoices, credit notes, and payments in accordance with the organisation's financial procedures. The post-holder will maintain accurate purchase ledger records, support month-end processes, and deliver high-quality customer service to suppliers and internal colleagues. Key Responsibilities Invoice Processing * Receive, review, and process supplier invoices and credit notes. * Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes where applicable. * Ensure correct coding, VAT treatment, and authorisation. * Resolve invoice discrepancies by liaising with managers, budget holders, and suppliers. Supplier Account Management * Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier details. * Reconcile supplier statements and address outstanding issues. * Monitor and manage the purchase ledger mailbox, responding promptly to queries. Payment Processing * Prepare weekly and monthly supplier payment runs. * Issue remittances and manage related queries. * Support the Finance Manager with BACS preparation and documentation. Month-End and Reporting * Assist with accruals and m...