Purchase Ledger

Gifford and Partners have been appointed to help recruit an exciting and varied 6 month contract for a Purchase Ledger individual. Sitting amongst an experienced finance team and in a business that has experienced much growth and scaled quickly across multiple product lines. It operates in a tangibly interesting field, making this a fast-paced, detail-focused and commercially important role within the finance team.

A great opportunity for someone with existing Purchase Ledger or transactional finance experience to get stuck into a busy ledger, supporting a lean finance team through a key period of growth and system/process improvement. You'll be part of a positive, professional culture where your contribution will have real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Matching, batching and coding supplier invoices
• Ensuring appropriate approvals and correct GL coding prior to posting
• Supporting with supplier statement reconciliations and resolving any discrepancies
• Monitoring the accounts payable inbox and dealing with queries from suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Assisting with the preparation of supplier payment runs, including BACs processing
• Collaborating with stock, buying and logistics teams
• Supporting month-end close activities, including accruals and aged creditors reporting
• Contributing to process improvements in a rapidly scaling, evolving finance function

Experience and what we are looking for:

• You'll have experience working in a Purchase Ledger or wider transactional finance role, ideally within a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Comfortable managing large invoice volumes with accuracy and efficiency
• Confident in building relationships across the business, particularly with non-finance colleagues in stock or supply chain
• Strong attention to detail and an organised approach - particularly important in a low-margin business
• You'll enjoy being hands-on and working in a team that's focused, friendly and delivery-driven

Please get in touch immediately with the team at Gifford and Partners as shortlisting will commence this week and next.