Purchase Ledger Assistant

NC Associates ,
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary: £20,000 per annum

Overview

Purchase Ledger/Fixed Term Maternity Contract/ Global Business/ Competitive Salary/ March Start/ Excellent Working Environment I am looking for a purchase ledger clerk to cover a maternity contract for a global, multi site business. The finance head office is located in Manchester city centre in close proximity to multiple parking options and transport links. This role will suit a positive, personable candidate who has end to end accounts payable experience in addition to excellent communication skills. Applicants will be required to work as part of a small, friendly team and must be able to commit to a minimum 10 month contract. Due to planned business growth, there is a strong potential that this role could convert to a permanent position within the wider finance team. Job Description: Checking of all invoices and expenses for the group to ensure accuracy and that correct TAX rules have been applied Authorising and processing weekly group payment runs for 12 global offices Liaising with and overseeing purchase ledger clerks in overseas offices Inputting, coding and processing of purchase invoices by regional offices (ensure VAT and overseas Tax is accurately recorded) Analysis of employee expenses costs - authorise and allocate as appropriate Manage formats for all bank accounts prior to releasing payments Reconciliation of all company credit cards and overseas currency Inputting of journals Reconciliation of supplier statements Management of queries from all UK and overseas purchase ledger clerks and suppliers Control outstanding corporate credit card statements and statements Control VAT suspense account Chase suppliers for missing VAT invoices Requirements: High degree of attention to detail Previous experience within an end to end accounts payable role Previous experience of working for a global/ multi site business is highly advantageous Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - ability to manage UK and overseas internal and external relationships Excellent organisational skills Determined and hard working - ability to manage multiple processes within deadlines Strong computerised systems and excel skills Ability to commit to a minimum 10 month contract AAT qualifications are advantageous although by no means essential If you match the profile above and are seeking a new opportunity to develop your career within an excellent organisation, I am very keen to speak to you. Please call Rosie on or alternatively submit your CV for immediate consideration.