Accounts Payable

Purchase Ledger Clerk (6 months)

Salford, Greater Manchester

Up to £29,000

We are seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to provide temporary support to a busy finance team. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day accounts payable.

This temporary opportunity would suit a capable Purchase Ledger professional looking to take on a varied finance role. It offers the chance to contribute across supplier account management, payment processing, financial administration and reporting within a busy finance environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger & Supplier Accounts

• Review, process and accurately record supplier invoices within the finance system.
• Create new supplier accounts and ensure banking and contact information is kept up to date.
• Carry out supplier statement reconciliations, investigating and resolving any differences.
• Act as a point of contact for supplier enquiries, ensuring queries are dealt with promptly and professionally.
• Maintain organised and up-to-date supplier account information.

Payment Processing & Finance Support

• Prepare and administer regular supplier payment runs, ensuring payments are accurate and processed on time.
• Keep financial documentation, records and filing systems properly maintained.
• Provide general support to the finance department and assist with additional administrative tasks when required.

Financial Reporting & Monitoring

• Compile and submit turnover rent information to landlords in line with individual lease agreements.
• Review G4S missed collection reports and monitor any related charges.
• Challenge incorrect missed collection fees, following up with the relevant parties to obtain credits where appropriate.

Skills & Experience

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience within a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or similar finance position.
• A good understanding of invoice processing, supplier reconciliations and payment procedures.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Effective communication skills, with the confidence to investigate issues and resolve queries.

You will be self-motivated and well organised, with the ability to balance competing deadlines without compromising accuracy. With a proactive approach to problem-solving and an interest in maintaining efficient financial processes will also be important.

Please reach out for further details!