Purchase Ledger Clerk - Eireann Recruitment Services Ltd : Job Details

PURCHASE LEDGER CLERK

WEMBLEY

SALARY UP TO £35,000 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE

Our client is a rapidly expanding civil engineering company that now requires a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their busy team based at their Head Office in Wembley.

Job Purpose

The Purchase Ledger Clerk is responsible for accurately recording, processing, and managing all incoming invoices and payments to ensure the company's financial obligations are met in a timely and efficient manner. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining the financial integrity of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Invoice Processing:
• Receive and review incoming invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts.
• Code and enter invoices into the accounting system.
• Obtain necessary approvals for payments.
• Payment Processing:
• Prepare and process payments to suppliers/vendors.
• Schedule and ensure payments are made on time.
• Reconcile payments with invoices and purchase orders.
• Vendor Management:
• Maintain vendor accounts, contact information, and payment terms.
• Respond to vendor enquiries and resolve discrepancies or issues.
• Negotiate payment terms with vendors when necessary.
• Record Keeping:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions.
• File and organise invoices, receipts, and payment documentation.
• Reconciliation:
• Regularly reconcile vendor statements with company records.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
• Reporting:
• Generate reports related to accounts payable for management review.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting standards.
• Stay informed about changes in tax regulations and accounting practices.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounts payable functions.

Any other duties the Company believe it can reasonably expect from you.

Company Standards

• Reputational interests.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills.

If interested in applying for this exciting Purchase Ledger Clerk role, please forward your CV to Anna Maguire.

Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, occasionally due to the high volume of applications this cannot always be possible and we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates. We will keep your details on file and may contact you with future opportunities.