We are working with a well-known global brand in Andover. Our client is looking to recruit a Purchase Ledger Controller in Andover. Hybrid working means you will be in the office 3 days a week. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast paced, growing business Role Purpose: Ensure the accuracy, timely accounting and compliance of purchase ledger transactions. Maximise efficiency within the department by improving the P2P processes and procedures Specific tasks include: Implement and report purchase ledger department KPIs. Ensure supplier invoices and debit/credit notes are processed accurately and in a timely manner, in accordance with internal policies and external requirements. Manage payment runs and ensure suppliers are paid accurately and according to agreed payment terms. Ensure supplier accounts are reconciled and kept up to date, dealing with supplier disputes and escalating to Head of Finance as appropriate. Review GRNI accounts regularly to keep up to date containing only relevant balances. Assist with the management of working capital through efficient management of payments and providing accurate cash requirements to Treasury Manager. Help answering audit queries related to Purchase Ledger Liaise with Sales Ledger Manager to clear all customer deductions via invoice posting and matching. Follow up and give feedback to buyers on their PO raising and approving practices Take full ownership of Payment Practice Reporting Own and drive improvements in the purchase ledger related workflows and procedures, ensuring these are documented and kept up to date. Functional expert for purchase ledger on any system implementation. Experience and skills required: General accounting & VAT knowledge Good numeracy skills Worked in a multi-site business with a high volume of transactions Experience of working in FMCG Proven experience in improving processes, procedures and work environment Experience in ERP system implementation Excellent people skills across all levels to build strong relationships within the business and external partners Excellent communicator and able to influence others High level of customer service awareness Advanced level of Excel skills is desirable and competent with ERP systems (IFS desirable) Good problem-solving skills Understanding and experience of risk mitigation (controls) in purchase ledger processes Personal attributes: Proactive Team player Customer focussed Attention to detail Professional approach Flexible approach to change Salary: £35k excellent benefitsVenture Recruitment Partners (also trading as Chilworth Partnership Ltd) is a Recruitment Agency. By applying for this role, you are authorising us as a Recruitment Agency to contact you and to provide services and information relating to job hunting activities. Please see our Privacy Policy at www.vrpartners.co.uk.