Location: Wallingford - office based
Hours: Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Duration: 3 months approximately
Our client is seeking an experience Purchase Ledger Assistant to help them during a busy period. This is a 3-month temporary role and is office based. They are seeking a candidate who enjoys the fast-paced purchase ledger environment and who can commit for the next few months.
The role:
Invoice Processing - Review, verify, and code all incoming invoices accurately and in line with company policy and standard accounting practices.
Bank Detail Verification - Confirm company bank details before entering invoice data into the authorisation system.
Authorisation Management - Ensure invoices are authorised by the appropriate signatory in line with the group's Delegation of Authority (DOA).
Timely and Accurate Processing - Chase approvals to avoid payment delays and ensure all invoices are processed promptly.
Supplier Account Reconciliation - Reconcile supplier statements, resolve discrepancies, and prevent over payments.
Mailbox Monitoring - Regularly review and respond to emails in the Accounts Payable mailbox within two working days.
BACS Payments - Prepare and process BACS payment runs.
Team Support - Assist the wider finance team with administrative and financial processes.
Ad Hoc Tasks - Undertake other duties as requested by the line manager
The person:
Experienced Ledger Professional - Proven experience in a purch...