Purchase Ledger Clerk

Immediate Start, Temporary 3 months, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Full time, £28,000

Your new company

Hays are pleased to be working with a large and reputable organisation based in Wombourne, who are seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can hit the ground running and is available for an immediate start.

Your new role
In this fast-paced finance team, you will play a key role supporting the purchase ledger function and day-to-day finance operations. This role is initially for a minimum of 3 months, with the potential for extension depending on business needs.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing a high volume of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
  
• Matching, batching and coding invoices in line with company procedures
  
• Investigating and resolving supplier queries in a timely manner
  
• Reconciling supplier statements and ensuring accounts are up-to-date
  
• Assisting with bank reconciliations and month-end processes
  
• Handling expenses administration and responding to internal queries
  
• Providing additional support to the Accounts Payable function as required
  
• This role requires someone who is confident working autonomously and can quickly adapt to new systems and processes.
  

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience working within a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role
  
• Ability to manage high volumes of invoices and meet tight deadlines
  
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
  
• Confident Excel skills (desirable)
  
• Strong communication skills to liaise with suppliers and internal teams
  
• Immediately available or available at short notice
  

What you'll get in return

• Immediate start in a supportive and friendly team
  
• Free on-site parking
  
• Valuable experience within a reputable organisation
  
• Opportunity for the role to be extended beyond the initial 3-month period
  

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.