Overview
The Bspoke Group brings together a collection of multi-class niche and specialist MGA insurance businesses, backed by A rated insurers and combining a depth of product expertise and technical underwriting management that enables us to excel as a value generating virtual insurer.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, and maintaining financial records. This role is crucial in supporting the overall financial health of the organisation and requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and software.
Our head office is based in Garforth, Leeds. You will work on a hybrid work arrangement (1-2 days in the office).
Role & Responsibility
* Record all and process all purchase orders
* Correctly code and process purchase invoices through the accounting ledger in accordance with the Group cost control matrix
* Management of external supplier queries in relation to purchase invoices
* Posting and allocating of daily cash receipts
* Daily Banking
* Maintaining cashbooks
* Make credit card purchases
* Manage petty cash
* Provide ad-hoc analysis to support Financial Accountant / Financial Controller
* Production of payment runs for reconciled invoices
* Raise any other required payments across the Bspoke Group
* Reconcile the Group purchase ledger balances for inclusion in the monthly balance sheet reconciliations
* Provide cover for other members within the Finance function where appropriate
OTHER DUTIES
* Identifies best practice within the industry and keeps up to date with regulatory developments.
* Develops and improves accounting practices and internal control processes. Maintain documentation of accounting policies, systems and procedures.
* Contributes to the achievement of the company objectives by providing advice and guidance on financial control.
* Monitors, reviews and coordinates the establishment, documentation, maintenance and update of all accounting systems.
* Works with other managers in the business to provide Finance expertise and assists them to achieve the overall strategy.
* Mentors, trains and develops direct reports to enable them to maximise their personal contribution.
* Ensures that the teams’ skills are fit for purpose and evolve as the environment requires.
* Inspirationally leads the team to encourage an open and collaborative working environment which encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
* Ensures adequate performance appraisal and development plans are in place to achieve appropriate standards of competence; colleague motivation and succession planning.
* Re-enforces the vision and values of the Company through appropriate behaviours and actions.
* Assists with other related duties within the business as and when required.
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
* Previous experience processing purchase ledger transactions
* Analytical and problem solving skills
* Ability to plan and prioritise own activities effectively
* Ability to work to tight deadlines and work under pressure
* Demonstrate good communication skills both oral and written in reconciliations and analyses.
* Attention to detail and application of controls on quality and content of output.
* Moderate to high level of knowledge of Microsoft packages – notably Excel
* Ability to write in plain English and avoid unnecessary use of jargon
* An ability to work accurately and consistently
* An ability to work as part of a team or independently as required
Benefits
* 27 days' holiday plus BH
* Private medical
* Life Assurance
* Pension matched
* Competitive Salary
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Private medical insurance
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
* Store discount
* Work from home
Schedule:
* Flexitime
* Holidays
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Experience:
* Microsoft Excel: 1 year (required)
* Analysis skills: 1 year (required)
* Purchase ledger: 2 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leeds
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