Do you have purchase ledger experience? My client is currently recruiting for a Finance Officer to join their team on a temporary basis until the end of July. The role involves assisting the Group Head of Finance with the organisation’s financial administration, particularly overseeing daily purchasing and procurement activities.
The post holder will ensure compliance with financial regulations and audit requirements while fostering a client-focused service culture. Additionally, they will manage financial systems to maintain the integrity, accuracy, and reliability of financial information.
Responsibilities:
1. Support purchase ledger management to ensure efficient budget use
2. Process purchase orders, invoices, credit notes, payment runs, bursary payments, credit card purchases, petty cash, and staff expenses
3. Reconcile creditor payments, supplier statements, and balance sheet control accounts
4. Supervise Finance Assistants and liaise with auditors
5. Develop, implement, and review financial procedures for compliance
6. Assist budget holders with expenditure queries and coding
7. Ensure adherence to financial regulations and participate in self-assessment and improvement planning
Other information:
8. Working Hours: 8.30 - 4.30 (Mon-Thurs) 8.30 - 4.00 (Fri) 37 hours per week
9. DBS: Enhanced Check required
10. Purchase Ledger experience preferred
11. Leadership/management experience preferred