Purchase Ledger Accountant

Job Summary:

We are partnered with a Global Technology company who are looking for a detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Accountant to join their London team.The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing supplier invoices, reconciling supplier statements, and ensuring timely and accurate payments. This role is crucial to maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and ensuring the company's financial records are kept up to date.

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing: Accurately process supplier invoices, matching them to purchase orders and ensuring all required approvals are in place.
• Supplier Reconciliations: Reconcile supplier statements to the general ledger and resolve any discrepancies or issues.
• Payment Processing: Prepare payment runs, ensuring suppliers are paid on time and in line with agreed terms.
• Expense Reporting: Verify and process employee expense claims, ensuring they comply with company policy and proper documentation is provided.
• Accounts Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all supplier accounts, ensuring data integrity in the accounting system.
• Month-End Close: Assist with the month-end close process by ensuring all invoices, payments, and reconciliations are recorded accurately.
• VAT Compliance: Ensure VAT is correctly applied on all supplier invoices and assist with VAT returns and reporting.
• Supplier Communication: Liaise with suppliers to resolve any queries or disputes related to invoices, payments, and account balances.
• Internal Collaboration: Work closely with other departments such as procurement, finance, and operations to ensure a smooth purchase ledger process.
• Audit Support: Provide necessary documentation and support during internal and external audits.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements in the accounts payable function and assist in implementing changes.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, invoice processing, and reconciliations.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage, QuickBooks).
• Good understanding of VAT and relevant tax regulations.

You will need:

• 2+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Proven experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, invoice processing, and reconciliations.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage, QuickBooks).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for liaising with suppliers and internal teams.

Inventum is passionate about equity, diversity and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage diverse and underrepresented talent to apply for vacancies with us. Inventum is committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fair to all applicants, regardless of background and personal characteristics.

Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.