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Purchase Ledger Clerk

Reed
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland NE19 2BG, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Part Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • A full-time Purchase Ledger Clerk position is available in Newcastle, initially on a temporary basis for 3 months before becoming permanent.
  • The salary for this role ranges from £27,000 to £28,000 per year.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role, with a strong understanding of accounting principles and VAT calculations.
  • Key responsibilities include managing supplier invoices, preparing BACS payments, reconciling statements, and maintaining accurate financial records.
  • The ideal candidate must possess excellent data entry skills, proficiency in financial software and Excel, and strong communication abilities.
Purchase Ledger Clerk
  • Job Type: Full-time, Temp for 3 months then Permanent
  • Location: Newcastle
  • Salary Range: £27-28k

My client is a seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end process of accounts payable, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in handling supplier invoices and payments. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong organisational skills.

Day to Day of the role:
  • Accurately log, code, and match supplier invoices with purchase orders.
  • Prepare and run BACS payments, and issue payments via cheques.
  • Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies.
  • Calculate VAT payments on purchased items.
  • Maintain accurate records of all transactions and update the financial database.
  • Set up new supplier accounts and maintain existing account details.
  • Handle staff expenses and manage petty cash.
  • Act as the first point of contact for supplier queries and maintain strong supplier relationships.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and VAT calculations.
  • Proficiency in financial software and Excel.
  • Excellent data entry skills with a high level of accuracy.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with suppliers.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

To apply for the Purchase Ledger Clerk position, please submit your CV now!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.