Description Job Title: Bookkeeping & Purchasing AssistantRecruiting on behalf of our client We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated individual for the position of Bookkeeping & Purchasing Assistant. This role is designed to support both the purchasing and finance departments, ensuring accurate financial data entry and timely reporting. You will play a key part in managing supplier and customer accounts, while also assisting with purchasing tasks to help streamline operations. Key Details: Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Location: Office-based - Old Whittington, Chesterfield S41 Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per annum Benefits: 20 days holiday Bank Holidays Free parking Lunch provided Bonus potential Key Responsibilities: Purchasing Assistant Tasks Chase delivery dates and overdue purchase orders with suppliers Book deliveries into stock Check invoices against purchase orders, resolving price or quantity discrepancies with the Purchasing Manager Raise bills of assembly for manufactured items and print product labels Monitor and manage the purchasing email inbox Bookkeeping Assistant Tasks Process supplier invoices and maintain accurate reconciliations for customer accounts Support the finance department with ad-hoc finance tasks Maintain supplier accounts, resolving discrepancies and managing queries via phone or email Handle customer accounts by allocating credit notes, recording remittances, and sending statements Review and action overdue customer debts as required Requirements Experience with Xero, Dext, and Unleashed software is desirable, but not essential Capable of working on your own initiative with a keen attention to detail Technologically minded, with a proactive approach to improving systems and efficiencies Strong communication skills to interact with suppliers and customers Flexible approach to daily tasks and ad-hoc duties Team & Work Environment: You will work closely with the Finance Manager and the purchasing team in an open-plan office A positive, cheerful personality will thrive in this team Strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential If you are looking for a dynamic role with varied responsibilities and the opportunity to develop your skills in both bookkeeping and purchasing, we’d love to hear from you.