Role
Purchase ledger responsibilities involve the practical duties of business bookkeeping. They process purchase orders, invoices and expenses, assist with cash management and bank reconciliation as part of the finance team. Accuracy and attention to detail are key for professionals in this role.
Working hours: Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)
Main Responsibilities
Professionals in this role are tasked with maintaining the company purchase ledger. The following duties are typically involved in a purchase ledger clerk:
- Logging, maintaining and scanning invoices
- Payment processing
- Investigating purchase ledger queries
- Creating company reports
- Liaising with suppliers
- Maintaining the accuracy of vendor details
- Assisting with queries and reporting
- Credit Card spend analysis
Knowledge & Skills
- Impeccable accuracy
- Knowledge of accounting software
- Excellent timekeeping
- Ability to build good working relationships
- Good attention to detail
- Experience with data input, accounts payable and administration (desirable)
- Evidence of specialist accountancy qualifications e.g. AAT (desirable)
