Senior Purchase Ledger

Annual Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 Location: Great Yarmouth Job Type: 12-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC)

Reed Recruitment is delighted to partner with a company in the energy sector to recruit a Senior Purchase Ledger for their Great Yarmouth office. This is a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. The role is suited for professionals with experience in Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable roles, who are ready to step into a key position within a dynamic business environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Oversee and maintain the setup of supplier accounts.
• Input purchase ledger invoices and match them to purchase orders.
• Resolve invoice queries and liaise with suppliers.
• Conduct supplier statement reconciliations and reconcile purchase ledger buying groups.
• Allocate supplier payments and reconcile company credit cards.
• Manage PayPal/Proforma accounts and handle supplier returns and credit note reporting.
• Prepare monthly payment runs, settlement runs, and weekly foreign payment runs.
• Process payments for staff expenses and perform monthly petty cash reconciliation.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to resolve ad hoc queries regarding accounting procedures.
• Provide general administrative and office support, including additional duties as required to meet the needs of the business.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous accounting experience in a similar role.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good numeracy and problem-solving skills.
• Organised and able to use own initiative.
• Dedicated, self-motivated, and hardworking.
• Good communication and administrative skills.
• Enthusiastic and positive outlook.
• AAT or equivalent accounts training.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel (intermediate level).
• Experience using an integrated accounting and stock package.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
• Exposure to industry-leading practices and technologies.
• Professional development opportunities.

To apply for this Senior Purchase Ledger position, please submit your CV online. For more information on this role, please call into the Reed Norwich office.