Purchase Ledger Clerk - 3-Month Temporary Contract Gloucester (Hybrid)
Your new company
You will be joining a well-established organisation based in Gloucester, supporting a busy finance team during a period of increased workload. This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Your new role
As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will play a key role in supporting the finance function on a 3-month temporary basis with an immediate start.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Processing incoming invoices and credit notes electronically, ensuring accurate filing and approvals
- Inputting supplier invoices and credit notes onto the system with correct VAT treatment
- Ensuring invoices are authorised in line with company procedures
- Managing invoice processing to meet payment deadlines
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
- Handling invoice queries and maintaining strong supplier relationships
- Managing the Purchase Ledger inbox and prioritising urgent queries
- Assisting with purchase ledger and subcontractor payment runs
The role will be based 2-3 days per week in the Gloucester office, with flexibility for hybrid working.
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Good understanding of VAT and invoice processing
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build supplier relationships
- Ability to work independently, particularly in a hybrid/remote setting
- Confident using finance systems and Excel
What you'll get in returnFlexible working options available.Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a supportive finance team on a short-term contract.
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