Purchase Ledger Assistant

Job Summary by the Career Balance Team:

Sheridan Maine is collaborating with a prestigious organization in London to find a Purchase Ledger Assistant. The role involves managing and maintaining the purchase ledger, processing invoices, reconciling supplier statements, and collaborating with internal teams. The ideal candidate should have experience in purchase ledger or a similar finance role, with strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply, and the ability to work in the UK without restriction is required.

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Sheridan Maine is excited to collaborate with one of London’s most prestigious organisations, situated in the heart of the city. Our client is currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their finance team. 
 
As a Purchase Ledger Assistant, you will be an integral part of the finance department, responsible for managing and maintaining the purchase ledger efficiently.
 
Your primary duties will include:

• Processing purchase invoices and ensuring accurate coding.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
• Managing supplier relationships and addressing inquiries.
• Processing payment runs and maintaining payment records.
• Collaborating with internal teams to facilitate smooth transactions.
• Contributing to month-end closing processes.
• Processing and verifying invoices, expense claims, and payment requests.
• Matching invoices with purchase orders and receipts.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies.
• Managing the supplier payment process in a timely manner.
• Assisting with month-end closing activities.
• Collaborating with internal teams to address inquiries and resolve issues.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in the accounts payable system.

 
To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Previous experience in purchase ledger or a similar finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

 
If you are passionate about this position and are keen to hear more, we would love to hear from you.  Please click on “apply” as soon as possible.
 
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
 
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 five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.Location: South East, London