Purchase Ledger Assistant (12 Month FTC)

Purchase Ledger Assistant
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Northampton
£18,000- £18,500 p.a. + excellent company benefits

My client is currently seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their National Finance team on a 12 month FTC.

The successful candidate will report to the Purchase Ledger Supervisor. This role will cover all aspects of purchase ledger and/or expenses ledger processing to ensure that purchase invoices and/or staff expenses are processed and paid on a timely and accurate basis.

Main responsibilities:

*Managing the distribution of purchase ledger post.
*Ensure invoices are appropriately authorised.
*Apply appropriate nominal ledger coding to authorised invoices.
*Working knowledge of VAT regulations to ensure accurate recovery.
*Posting purchase invoices and credit notes to the system.
*Filing of posted invoices.
*Prepare BACS and cheque payments for review.
*Regularly reconcile supplier statements to the purchase ledger accounts and investigate any discrepancies.
*Collating authorised employee expenses, ensuring appropriate receipts are attached.
*Authorise employee expenses on the system for payment.
*Investigating unauthorised and unpaid invoices and employee expenses.
*Ensure the integrity of purchase ledger system.
*Ensure all internal controls are adhered to.
*Undertake ad-hoc financial projects as the need arises.

Experience Required:

*GCSE, or equivalent, English and Maths grade B or above
*Previous experience in a similar role is essential
*Proficient in Microsoft Excel
*Good communication skills
*Proficient in Microsoft Word

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