Temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk

Our client is seeking a Temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their team until the end of August to cover a colleague who has been seconded to another department. This fixed-term contract role is for someone with relevant experience, capable of quickly adapting to the needs of the organisation. Immediate availability is crucial, as the client is ready to onboard suitable candidates without delay. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, processing purchase orders and invoices, and ensuring seamless communication with various departments. The ideal candidate will also assist in payment processes and contribute to optimising the efficiency of financial operations. Job Duties Processing and maintaining purchase orders and invoices within the Beanworks systems. Collaborating closely with all departments to ensure accurate and timely updates in the Beanworks system. Payment of all duly authorised invoices. Operating supplier credit control and matching all statements to the SAGE accounting system. Providing regular reports to the team leader and supporting the wider team as required. Capturing and fully reconciling all expenditure streams utilising the Purchase Order procurement processes. Maintaining creditor records in the accounts, establishing process controls, and nurturing strong relationships with creditors. Accurately inputting all expenditure streams using verifiable processes and maintaining cashflow and creditor control processes. Contributing to the generation of monthly reports and reconciliations within specified deadlines. Supporting risk management by maintaining updated reconciliations to identify and mitigate financial risks. Job Requirements Proficient in Microsoft systems, particularly Excel and Outlook. Organised with strong attention to detail. Proactive approach to responsibilities, able to work independently and meet specific deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Flexible in working hours as necessary. Experience in credit control and a payables ledger role is desirable. Experienced user of SAGE 200 or similar accounting packages is preferred. Working knowledge of purchase order processing systems, such as Beanworks. Qualified by experience or possessing a bookkeeping or accounting-related qualification is advantageous. Minimum Level 2 or 3 education (GCSE/BTEC/A level or equivalent). A current police check will be required.