Role: Finance Assistant (Purchase Ledger)
Location: Droitwich
Salary: £(phone number removed)K
Fully site based - 39.5 hours per week
We are recruiting for a Finance Assistant - Purchase Ledger to join a well-established retail and leisure business in Droitwich.
THE ROLE
The Finance Assistant will be a key member of the Finance team, responsible for ensuring that all purchase ledger activities are processed accurately and in a timely manner. It involves processing a high volume of invoices, matching purchase orders, managing supplier payments, and reconciling supplier statements.
You will take ownership of resolving supplier queries efficiently, helping to minimise disruption across our network of stores and internal departments. With approximately 800 invoices processed per month, the role requires someone who can work at pace while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger role is desirable; however, applications from candidates studying towards an AAT qualification will also be considered.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Code and process purchase ledger invoices accurately and efficiently
Reconcile supplier statements and investigate and resolve discrepancies
Process staff expense claims in accordance with company policy
Process company credit card statements and post invoice accruals
Manage and monitor the purchase ledger inbox
Reconcile outstanding purchase orders and request missing invoices
Manage foreign payment runs
Perform daily ticket sales reconciliations
Respond to and resolve supplier queries in a timely and professional manner
Provide general support and assistance to the Finance team
Provide cover for other Finance team members during periods of holiday or absence PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger or similar finance role
Strong IT skills with a good working understanding of finance processes
Understanding of double-entry bookkeeping or currently developing this knowledge through AAT studies
Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with colleagues and suppliers
Strong Excel skills Desirable
Experience using Continia Data Capture
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC365)
Studying or intending to study towards an AAT qualification The Package
Full-time, permanent role - 39.5 hours average per week
Pension scheme and life insurance
Staff discount benefits
Annual performance-related bonus
Free on-site parking If you are interested in the role, please send your cv to (url removed) or feel free to call me on (phone number removed)