Adaptable Recruitment are working with a well established Liverpool based business who is looking to recruit an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk for a period of 2 months .
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Salary and Benefits
£30k per annum
Free parking on site
Hybrid working model in place
Job Duties and Responsibilities
* Accurately process high volumes of supplier invoices.
* Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes (3-way matching).
* Investigate and resolve discrepancies relating to pricing, quantities, shortages, or delivery issues.
* Identify and manage invoice exceptions, including pricing queries, quantity mismatches, duplicate invoices, and missing purchase orders.
* Investigate variances between invoices, purchase orders, and goods received notes, ensuring issues are resolved accurately before posting.
* Work closely with internal departments such as Buying, Stores/Warehouse, Logistics, Finance, and Procurement to resolve approval issues, delivery queries, and non-compliance with purchase order processes.
* Escalate unresolved discrepancies in line with company procedures and follow through to closure.
* Proactively follow up on missing credits, corrected invoices, or supporting documentation from suppliers.
* Resolve supplier disputes involving short deliveries, overcharges, and pricing errors in a timely manner.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier accounts.
* Set up new supplier accounts in line with internal controls and due diligence requirements (e.g. AWRS, VAT checks, bank details verification).
* Manage supplier queries professionally, ensuring prompt and effective resolution.
* Prepare daily payment runs in line with agreed terms.
* Process credit notes and contra them appropriately on the finance system.
* Reconcile supplier statements and chase any missing invoices.
* Support cash flow forecasting by providing accurate data on outstanding liabilities
Knowledge and skills desired
* Minimum of 3 years' experience in an accounts payable role within a high-volume environment.
* Confident in using purchase order and automated finance systems.
* Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
* Excellent communication skills. xsngvjr
* Proficient in MS Office.