Accounts Payable Assistant

~ Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger
~ Permanent Role
~ 100% onsite in Birkenhead
~ Salary up to £30,000 DOE
~ Would also consider candidates seeking part-time hours

The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Assistant / Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a well-established business within the construction sector based on the Wirral.

The successful individual will join a friendly and supportive finance team, reporting directly to the Financial Controller.

This role would suit an experienced Purchase Ledger professional looking for a varied position within a collaborative working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching, batching and coding invoices
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
• Assisting with payment runs
• Managing and maintaining supplier accounts
• Supporting the Financial Controller with day-to-day finance duties
• Assisting with credit card reconciliations
• Ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and in line with company procedures
• Providing ad hoc support across the finance function as required

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous Purchase Ledger experience
• Experience using Sage 50
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships with suppliers and colleagues
• The ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment
• Experience within the construction sector would be advantageous, although not essential

What’s on Offer?

• Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Exposure to a broad finance role with opportunities to develop

If you are an experienced Purchase Ledger professional seeking your next opportunity in the Wirral, we would be keen to hear from you.