Purchase Ledger Clerk

Reed Accountancy are delighted to be working with an amazing client in Gateshead in their search for an experienced Purchase Ledger Administrator to join their team on a full-time permanent basis. The successful candidate will work alongside the Management Accountant and will provide admin support within the existing accounts department to ensure that the business runs effectively and efficiently.

Working in a close-knit team, your duties will include:

• Processing purchase invoices, accurately coding up and resolving any invoice approval issues.
• Set up new supplier accounts and maintain existing account details within purchase ledger.
• Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements.
• Process credit card statements and expenses.
• Prepare for weekly payment runs.
• Maintain existing spreadsheets used to assist in processing complex or repetitive invoices.
• Actively using Aged Creditors as part of the month end procedure to verify account balances.
• Dealing with supplier queries via phone or email. You will be expected to take other incoming calls and forward any non-accounts payable calls to the necessary person.
• Other ad hoc duties as requested.

To be successful in the role, you will:

• Have prior accounting experience
• Have an excellent knowledge of Excel and other accounting software
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Have good written and oral communication skills

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply today!