Summary: The Purchase Ledger and Payroll Coordinator role at a business in Bury St Edmunds is a hybrid position focused primarily on managing purchase ledger tasks and payroll coordination. The successful candidate will spend 75% of their time on purchase ledger responsibilities, including processing invoices and managing supplier relationships, while the remaining 25% will involve payroll data collection and liaising with an external payroll bureau. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract offering a competitive salary based on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process supplier invoices promptly and accurately, ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Match invoices against purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies.
• Manage supplier relationships and handle queries related to payments.
• Prepare payment runs and ensure timely settlement of amounts due.
• Maintain and reconcile purchase ledger accounts.
• Assist with month-end processes, including ledger reporting and balance checks.
• Collect relevant payroll data, such as employee hours, changes to salaries, and deductions.
• Validate payroll information for accuracy prior to submission to the external payroll bureau.
• Liaise with the payroll bureau and resolve any queries relating to payroll submissions.
• Assist employees with payroll-related queries and escalate concerns to the bureau where necessary.

Key Skills:

• Previous experience as a Purchase Ledger Clerk or similar role.
• Understanding of payroll processes and requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software; prior experience with payroll systems is advantageous.
• A-levels or equivalent qualifications in accounting, finance, or business.
• Professional qualifications (e.g., AAT) are a plus but not essential.

Salary (Rate): 32000

City: Bury St Edmunds

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other