Purchase Ledger Clerk

Elevation Recruitment Group Accountancy and Finance are excited to be working for a fantastic business in Barnsley as they look to recruit a Purchase Ledger Clerk into their team on a full time, permanent basis.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Leave: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Pension Scheme: Company contributory pension
• Life Insurance: Coverage for additional peace of mind
• Health Benefits: Westfield Health Cash Plan & Rewards program
• Referral Bonus: Generous employee referral scheme
• Career Development: Opportunities for personal and professional growth with clear pathways for advancement
• Continuous Learning: Regular learning opportunities to enhance your skills
• Supportive Environment: A safe and inclusive workplace with employee forums for voicing thoughts and suggestions

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate Purchase Ledger and process financial transactions in accordance with established procedures and timelines.
• Process all electronic supplier invoices efficiently.
• Handle plant invoices while ensuring compliance with CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) guidelines.
• Secure necessary approvals for invoices from relevant internal departments.
• Directly allocate approved invoices that do not match any purchase orders.
• Address queries promptly and liaise with suppliers or internal departments to facilitate timely resolutions.
• Execute monthly supplier reconciliations and investigate any outstanding queries collaboratively with relevant stakeholders.
• Foster strong relationships with both suppliers and internal teams.
• Assist the Team Leader in investigating and resolving issues related to debit balances and aged creditors.
• Professionally respond to supplier emails and phone calls.
• Support the Team Leader with ad-hoc tasks as required.
• Enter delivery tickets and verify invoices against the cost system.
• Record Goods Receipt Notes (GRNs) into the COINS Finance System.
• Generate weekly reports on plant and material costs for site management.

Requirements:

• Prior experience as a Purchase Ledger Administrator or similar role in finance
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including the ability to use pivot tables and advanced formulas
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in processing data
• Collaborative mindset to effectively address challenges and meet customer needs
• Flexible work ethic and a passion for contributing to team success

If this looks like a role of interest then please apply now.