Purchase Ledger

Temporary Payroll & Purchase Ledger Administrator

Location:

Coventry

Job Type: Temporary (Full-Time)

We are seeking an experienced Payroll & Purchase Ledger Administrator to join our finance team on a temporary basis in Coventry. This is a varied finance role requiring experience with ADP payroll software, purchase ledger, and month-end accounting activities. The successful candidate will be highly organised, able to work accurately under pressure, and capable of meeting strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Payroll
  • Process weekly and/or monthly payroll using ADP payroll software.
  • Ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time.
  • Process starters, leavers, salary changes, overtime, bonuses, and statutory payments.
  • Maintain accurate employee payroll records.
  • Respond to payroll queries from employees and managers.
  • Ensure compliance with HMRC legislation and payroll regulations.
  • Prepare payroll reports and assist with payroll reconciliations.
• Purchase Ledger
  • Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
  • Match, batch, and code invoices.
  • Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
  • Prepare supplier payment runs.
  • Maintain supplier accounts and resolve invoice queries.
  • Support month-end purchase ledger close.
• Month-End Finance Duties
  • Prepare and post prepayments and accruals.
  • Assist with month-end journals and reconciliations.
  • Support the finance team with month-end reporting and other ad hoc accounting tasks.

Essential

• Previous payroll experience using ADP payroll software.
• Experience with in purchase ledger/accounts payable.
• Experience preparing prepayments and accruals.
• Good understanding of month-end accounting processes.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Knowledge of UK payroll legislation.
• Experience working in a busy finance department.
• AAT qualification or equivalent (desirable but not essential).

• Immediate start available.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• Friendly and supportive finance team.
• Opportunity to gain experience within a well-established organisation.
• Potential for the temporary assignment to be extended, depending on business needs.
• Early finish on a Friday