Purchase Ledger Controller

We are working with a well-known global brand in Andover.

Our client is looking to recruit a Purchase Ledger Controller in Andover.  Hybrid working means you will be in the office 3 days a week.  This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast paced, growing business!

Role Purpose:

Ensure the accuracy, timely accounting and compliance of purchase ledger transactions.  Maximise efficiency within the department by improving the P2P processes and procedures

Specific tasks include:

• Implement and report purchase ledger department KPIs.
• Ensure supplier invoices and debit/credit notes are processed accurately and in a timely manner, in accordance with internal policies and external requirements.
• Manage payment runs and ensure suppliers are paid accurately and according to agreed payment terms.
• Ensure supplier accounts are reconciled and kept up to date, dealing with supplier disputes and escalating to Head of Finance as appropriate.
• Review GRNI accounts regularly to keep up to date containing only relevant balances.
• Assist with the management of working capital through efficient management of payments and providing accurate cash requirements to Treasury Manager.
• Help answering audit queries related to Purchase Ledger
• Liaise with Sales Ledger Manager to clear all customer deductions via invoice posting and matching.
• Follow up and give feedback to buyers on their PO raising and approving practices
• Take full ownership of Payment Practice Reporting
• Own and drive improvements in the purchase ledger related workflows and procedures, ensuring these are documented and kept up to date.
• Functional expert for purchase ledger on any system implementation.

 Experience and skills required:

• General accounting & VAT knowledge
• Good numeracy skills
• Worked in a multi-site business with a high volume of transactions
• Experience of working in FMCG
• Proven experience in improving processes, procedures and work environment
• Experience in ERP system implementation
• Excellent people skills across all levels to build strong relationships within the business and external partners
• Excellent communicator and able to influence others
• High level of customer service awareness
• Advanced level of Excel skills is desirable and competent with ERP systems (IFS desirable)
• Good problem-solving skills
• Understanding and experience of risk mitigation (controls) in purchase ledger processes

Personal attributes:

• Proactive
• Team player
• Customer focussed
• Attention to detail
• Professional approach
• Flexible approach to change

Salary:

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