Purchase Ledger Assistant

Purchase Ledger Assistant

Location: Hull
Salary: £26,000 to £28,000
Contract: Full-time, permanent

We are working with an established Hull-based business to recruit a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join its busy finance team.

This is a varied role suited to someone with previous experience in purchase ledger, accounts payable or a finance-based administrative position. You’ll be responsible for processing supplier invoices and payments accurately while dealing with queries and supporting the wider shared-services team when required.

The role

Your responsibilities will include:

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Processing purchase invoices and credit notes onto the accounts payable ledger

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Obtaining the appropriate authorisation before invoices are cleared

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Ensuring VAT and nominal codes are applied correctly

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Checking invoice details, quantities and pricing

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Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies

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Responding to invoice and payment queries from colleagues and suppliers

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Preparing supplier payment runs and issuing remittance advices

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Maintaining accurate records and a clear audit trail

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Supporting other areas of the shared-services team during busy periods

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Carrying out general administrative and clerical duties

About you

We’re looking for someone who has:

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Experience within purchase ledger, accounts payable, finance administration or a similar administrative role

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Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately

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Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload

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A confident, friendly and professional manner

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Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

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The ability to work independently and as part of a team

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A proactive, flexible approach and willingness to learn

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The ability to remain organised in a busy, fast-moving environment

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive finance team within a successful and well-established business.

Apply now with your CV to find out more
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed