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Purchase Ledger (AP) Clerk

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Our client, a large construction consultancy LLP, is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their team. Based in Central London, this role offers a competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Purchase Ledger Manager within an AP team of 4. This hands-on role requires someone who is adaptable, with a strong focus on ensuring the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and staff expenses.

Responsibilities:

As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, your main objective will be to ensure the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and staff expenses. You will be responsible for obtaining correct approvals for transactions, resolving any queries related to accounts payable, and reconciling supplier accounts and statements. Additionally, you will prepare the weekly payment run and manage the AP & Expenses inbox. Your role will also involve setting up new supplier accounts and amending supplier details as required.

  1. Processing of supplier invoices
  2. Obtaining correct approvals for transactions
  3. Resolving queries related to accounts payable
  4. Reconciling supplier accounts and statements
  5. Preparing the weekly payment run
  6. Checking and processing staff expenses
  7. Managing the AP & Expenses inbox
  8. Setting up new supplier accounts and amending supplier details

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal Purchase Ledger Clerk will bring an enthusiastic attitude with a 'can do' approach. You should have the ability to organise and prioritise your workload to meet deadlines, while working effectively both independently and as part of a team. A strong attention to detail is essential for this role, along with a proactive and flexible approach. Good communication skills are key for building relationships both internally and externally. Basic or intermediate knowledge of Excel is also required.

  1. Enthusiastic attitude with a 'can do' approach
  2. Ability to organise & prioritise workload to meet deadlines
  3. Ability to work in a team and be self-motivated
  4. Strong attention to detail, proactive and flexible approach
  5. Good communication skills
  6. Ability to build relationships internally and externally
  7. Basic/intermediate knowledge of Excel

The Client:

Our client is a large construction consultancy LLP. They pride themselves on their commitment to providing high-quality services to their clients. They offer a supportive work environment where teamwork is encouraged, making it an excellent place for career growth and development.

Next Steps:

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Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Accounts Payable

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: London

Job Reference: Y0AGBJ-10AA4DA8

Date posted: 06 January 2025

Consultant: Eva Kehoe

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