Sales/Purchase Ledger Clerk

Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Sales / Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our team. You will be responsible for accurately recording and processing invoices, reconciling accounts, allocating payments received, contacting customers for overdue payments and maintaining vendor records. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and experience working with accounting software. 37.5 hours per week

Duties:
- Process purchase invoices, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies
- Code and enter invoices into the accounting system
- Reconcile supplier statements with outstanding balances
- Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or issues with suppliers
- Prepare payment runs and process payments to suppliers
- Maintain accurate records of all transactions
- Assist with month-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations

- Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, resolving any invoice queries

- Contact customers regarding overdue payments

- Allocate payments received from customers.

- Reconcile sales ledger accounts.

- Handle customer queries related to invoices and payments.

-Produce month end statements and remittances

Requirements:
- Proven experience in an accounts based role
- Proficient in using accounting software such as Microsoft Office
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent data entry skills
- Knowledge of accounts payable processes and procedures

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £22,308.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Private dental insurance
• Sick pay
• Transport links

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• purchase ledger: 1 year (preferred)
• Accounts payable: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Sales/Purchase