Purchase Ledger Clerk

Swift Placements are working with a well reputable Engineering client-based Harrogate who are committed to delivering exceptional services/products to its clients. Our client is currently seeking a detail-oriented and organised individual to join their finance team as a Purchase Ledger Clerk.

To be considered for this position the successful candidate MUST have experience in Purchase Ledger with a minimum of 3-4 years.

Role Overview:

As an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will be responsible for efficiently managing the purchase ledger, processing supplier invoices, reconciling statements, and ensuring timely payments. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the smooth operation of the finance department.

What’s on offer?

• Fll-time, Permanent Position
• Monday- Friday
• Hours: 9:00- 5:00pm
• Salary: £23,000.00 to £27,000 per year DOE!
• Location: Harrogate
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme.
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Yearly bonus

Key Responsibilities:

• Process a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and promptly.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies.
• Monitor and manage payment schedules to ensure timely and accurate payments.
• Investigate and resolve supplier queries and payment issues in a professional manner.
• Collaborate with other departments to obtain necessary approvals for invoice processing.
• Assist with month-end procedures including accruals, prepayments, and reporting.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Processing Purchase in a timely manner.
• Accountable for managing all purchase orders to sage.
• Aged Creditors balances review at month end with line manager.
• Discuss with line manager any possible missed recharges before processing, then invoice out to customer/client.
• Preparation of the mid-month and end of month payment run for review.
• Review and submit credit card transactions for review, and post to ledger.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience minimum 3-4 years as a Purchase Ledger Clerk or similar role.
• Proficiency in using accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills to prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to work autonomously while also being a proactive team player.
• Good communication skills to liaise with suppliers, colleagues, and management.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices related to purchase ledger functions.

Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews!

If this this role is of interest, please send a copy of your to Arsalan at swiftplacements.