Purchase Ledger Assistant

A leading digital learning solutions provider is seeking a highly organised and dependable Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their supportive Finance team in Hertfordshire. This is an exciting opportunity for you to take full ownership of the purchase ledger function, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all accounts payable activities. You will be at the heart of a collaborative environment that values your attention to detail and interpersonal skills

Job Title - Purchase Ledger Assistant

Salary - £35k per annum

Location - Hertfordshire

Working Pattern - Hybrid

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the entire accounts payable process from invoice receipt through to payment, ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure all invoices and expenses are correctly coded, approved by relevant stakeholders, and processed promptly to maintain smooth financial operations.
• Reconcile supplier statements regularly, identifying and resolving any discrepancies in a timely and professional manner to foster trust with suppliers.
• Maintain up-to-date supplier accounts, taking responsibility for onboarding new suppliers and ensuring all records are accurate and compliant.
• Oversee the payables inbox by responding to supplier queries with empathy and professionalism, providing clear communication at every stage.
• Support month-end processes by preparing accurate reports and assisting with reconciliations as required by the finance team.
• Identify issues within the purchase ledger process, troubleshooting problems independently while recommending improvements for greater efficiency.

Experience Required

• Demonstrated experience managing a purchase ledger or accounts payable function within a busy finance environment, showing reliability in handling sensitive financial data.
• Comprehensive understanding of the full procure-to-pay (P2P) process including invoice processing, coding, approvals, payments, and reconciliations.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot issues independently while resolving queries quickly and professionally for both suppliers and internal stakeholders.

If this opportunity sounds like a good fit for the next step in your career - please apply now!

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