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Purchase Ledger clerk

Job description

​We are currently recruiting for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy finance function in Leeds on an ongoing temporary contract.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong Purchase Ledger experience who is immediately available and looking for an ongoing role within an established organisation.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Processing a high volume of supplier invoices and credit notes accurately.

  • Reconciling supplier statements and investigating any discrepancies.

  • Managing supplier accounts and ensuring balances are accurate and up to date.

  • Preparing and processing supplier payment runs within agreed deadlines.

  • Dealing with supplier queries and resolving invoice and payment issues.

  • Reviewing outstanding invoices and following up on aged items.

  • Maintaining accurate Purchase Ledger records and documentation.

  • Assisting with month-end processes and reconciliations.

  • Managing Purchase Ledger inboxes and responding to queries promptly.

  • Supporting the wider finance team with general Accounts Payable duties.

  • Identifying opportunities to improve processes and maintain efficiency.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Previous experience within a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role.

  • Strong knowledge of Purchase Ledger processes and supplier reconciliations.

  • Experience working in a busy finance environment.

  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Strong organisational and time management skills.

  • Good communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers.

  • Experience using finance or accounting systems.

  • Good Excel skills.

  • Available immediately or at short notice.

What's on Offer

  • £28,000–£30,000 per annum.

  • Ongoing temporary contract.

  • Fully on-site position in Leeds.

  • On-site parking available.

  • Immediate start available.

  • Opportunity to work within an established finance team.

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Location: Leeds

Salary: £28,000–£30,000

Contract: Ongoing Temporary

Working Pattern: On-site

Parking: On-site parking available

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If you have strong Purchase Ledger experience and are immediately available, please get in touch on 0113 236 6300 to discuss the opportunity further.

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Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

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Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.