Purchase Ledger Officer

Your new company

You will be joining a well-established business based in Cardiff. Working within a busy and supportive finance team, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a high-volume purchase ledger function within a growing organisation.

This role would suit an experienced Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable professional who enjoys taking responsibility for a busy ledger, resolving supplier queries and working closely with teams across the wider business.

Your new role

As Purchase Ledger Officer, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the purchase ledger, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and suppliers are paid in line with agreed terms.

You will work closely with suppliers, internal departments and the wider finance team to resolve discrepancies, maintain accurate records and support an efficient accounts payable function.

Key responsibilities will include:

Overseeing the day-to-day purchase ledger function
Processing and matching supplier invoices accurately
Completing supplier statement reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
Preparing proposed supplier payment schedules
Posting and allocating supplier payments
Reviewing purchase ledger ageing and investigating outstanding items
Maintaining strong supplier relationships and resolving queries
Reviewing automatic GRNI matching and investigating discrepancies
Setting up new supplier accounts
Liaising with other sites and departments across the wider business
Supporting vehicle administration, including tax renewals, fines and insurance claims
Assisting with general finance administration
Supporting the finance team with ad hoc projects as required

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience within Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or a similar transactional finance role
Strong experience processing invoices and managing supplier accounts
Experience completing supplier statement reconciliations
Confidence investigating and resolving discrepancies
Good Excel skills and experience using accounting software
Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Confident communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and colleagues across the business
A proactive approach with the ability to work independently

What you'll get in return

Permanent opportunity
Full-time, 37.5-hour working week
Salary dependent on experience
26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension
Company healthcare scheme
On-site parking
Opportunity to take ownership of a busy purchase ledger function
Supportive and established finance team
Exposure to the wider finance function and ongoing projects

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV, or contact William Loring at Hays Accountancy & Finance for a confidential discussion.

If this role isn't quite right for you but you're considering a move, please get in touch to discuss other finance opportunities across South Wales.

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