Purchase Ledger Assistant
Posted Today by Adecco
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Pershore, Worcestershire, UK
Summary: The Purchase Ledger Assistant role is a temporary position lasting approximately four weeks, aimed at supporting a busy finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the purchase ledger function, ensuring accurate processing of supplier invoices, and maintaining supplier records. This position requires an experienced accounts professional who can quickly adapt and contribute effectively. The role offers an immediate start with competitive pay and the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a structured finance environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accurately process high volumes of supplier invoices
- Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received
- Investigate and resolve invoice queries with suppliers and internal teams
- Maintain up-to-date and accurate supplier account records
- Assist with supplier statement reconciliations and discrepancy resolution
- Support preparation of supplier payment runs
- Monitor aged creditor balances and flag any issues
- Provide support with month-end processes, including accruals and cut-off
- Maintain organised and compliant financial records
Key Skills:
- Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Good understanding of financial processes and controls
- Confident using Excel and finance systems
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage workload effectively
- Strong communication skills with a proactive approach
- Experience of Sage 200/ERP would be an advantage
Salary (Rate): £14.50 Hourly
City: Pershore
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Detailed Description From Employer:
Purchase Ledger Assistant (Temporary - Approx. 4 Weeks)
Location: PershoreHours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00Pay Rate: £13.00 - £14.50 per hour (weekly pay) + holiday payStart: ASAP
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to support a busy finance team on a temporary assignment for approximately 4 weeks. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact.
You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and accurate running of the purchase ledger function, working closely with suppliers and internal teams to keep everything on track.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately process high volumes of supplier invoices
- Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received
- Investigate and resolve invoice queries with suppliers and internal teams
- Maintain up-to-date and accurate supplier account records
- Assist with supplier statement reconciliations and discrepancy resolution
- Support preparation of supplier payment runs
- Monitor aged creditor balances and flag any issues
- Provide support with month-end processes, including accruals and cut-off
- Maintain organised and compliant financial records
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Good understanding of financial processes and controls
- Confident using Excel and finance systems
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage workload effectively
- Strong communication skills with a proactive approach
- Experience of Sage 200/ERP would be an advantage
Why Apply?
- Immediate start available
- Weekly pay with competitive hourly rate
- Gain valuable experience in a structured finance environment
- Friendly and supportive team
How to Apply:
If you're available immediately and interested in this short-term opportunity, please apply now with your up-to-date CV or contact Adecco Worcester for further details.
Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for your understanding.
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