Job Title: Purchase Ledger Assistant
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent - this role is offered on either a Full-Time or Part-Time basis (3 or 5 days per week)
Start Date: ASAP
Company Description
BJF Group is a leading multi-discipline Main Contractor based across the UK, specialising in delivering high-quality construction projects across various sectors - priding ourselves on our reputation for excellence and attention to detail.
Across the public and private sectors, our teams deliver with care, consistency and accountability. We bring specialist knowledge, a flexible mindset, and a commitment to doing things properly, even in the most complex or sensitive environments.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our Accounts & Finance function - responsible for maintaining and managing all elements of the company’s Supplier/Subcontractor Ledger balances, as well as contributing to wider accounting responsibilities.
We pride ourselves on nurturing talent and fostering an environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive - if you have ambitions to play a key part in driving our business forwards, then we want you to join us at an exciting time of development and growth to realise your full potential.
Position
About the Role
Positioned at the heart of the business, our Accounts & Finance team play a key role in enabling the expansion of the group through the smooth operation of our group purchase and sales ledger processes - aligning our commercial efforts with the wider business strategy and operational competence.
Reporting directly into the Accounts & Payroll Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring invoices are approved by relevant individuals and resolving any outstanding queries with the Procurement team. You'll process monthly statements for a range of vendors, manage account queries and ensure our financial information is accurate, complete and up-to-date.
This is a hands-on role where your accuracy and organisation will make a difference in how we deliver against our business goals, best suited to someone who is able to stay calm in the face of potentially challenging situations and has the desire to be part of a collaborative team who aim to deliver a best-in-class experience.
Key responsibilities of the role will include:
Responsible for the Purchase Ledger function including posting all invoices and reconciliation of supplier balances
Posting and maintaining Direct Debit expenses
Maintaining and monitoring the Purchase Ledger Balances including a monthly review of aged creditors
Preparing Weekly BACS Payments
Processing Monthly Card Payments
Processing Credit Card Receipts
Monitor the finance inbox and flag relevant emails to management
Answering general accounts telephone calls and direct calls
Sending out monthly CIS statements to sub contractors
Requirements
About You:
You'll be organised and thorough in your approach to your work, as well as confident when managing financial information. You thrive in a collaborative environment where you can build effective business relationships and work closely with the wider business to ensure that all financial tasks are completed accurately and on-time.
We'd like someone who can demonstrate:
Relevant purchase ledger experience in a similar role
Holds a recognised Accounting qualification (or working towards)
Strong computer literacy with the ability to work with a number of purchase/sales ledger systems
Confident using Microsoft applications, particularly Outlook, Excel and Word
Calm and adaptable when faced with decisions and problems
Able to manage workload effectively when faced with competing deadlines
Inquisitive and keen to learn
What We Offer:
A supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Competitive salary and benefits package
The chance to be part of an award-winning organisation that values innovation and excellence