We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our supportive and friendly team on a temporary 2-3 month basis. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong accounts payable experience who enjoys working in a collaborative environment. Hybrid working available once fully trained and ideally full time hours, Monday to Friday.

Due to the location, candidates must be a car driver and due to the environment the successful candidate must pass stringent safe guarding vetting.

Key Responsibilities

* Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently

* Run weekly BACS payment processes alongside the team

* Update supplier accounts and reconcile payments within the accounting system

* Post transactions to the general ledger

* Seek invoice approvals from Heads of Department and relevant staff

* Upload approved invoices to Finance

* Reconcile monthly supplier statements

* Respond to supplier and staff queries via telephone and email

* Liaise with the Sales Accounts Assistant on recharge items

* Assist with cash requests and petty cash reconciliation and replenishment

* Support wider Purchase Ledger reconciliation activities

About You

* Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role

* Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy

* Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

* Organised and able to manage workload effectively

* Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

* Knowledge of payroll would be advantageous but not essential

If you're available at short notice or can start in April and be ready to hit the ground running, I would love to hear from you