Interim Purchase Ledger Clerk

* Please note that there is scope for this assignment to convert to a permanent contract and we also welcome enquiries from candidates seeking permanent opportunities only *

Trial Balance Consulting have been exclusively reengaged by a past client,a well-established but fast growing construction business with ambitious plans for the future.

The company urgently seeks to recruit an interim Purchase Ledger Clerk as the additional workload from future projects is increasing rapidly. This is a full time role to start ASAP and with an anticipated duration of 2-3 months (with potential for contract extension or conversion to a permanent position).

Working closely alongside a highly experienced Financial Controller (also introduced by Trial Balance Consulting), the role will call for an experienced candidate who can efficiently handle a relatively high volume of supplier invoices. Key responsibilities to include:

• Inputting purchase ledger invoices
• Matching supplier invoices to PO numbers
• Reconciling payments against supplier invoices
• Act as a first point of contact for supplier queries
• Assist in preparation of payment runs

This is a fast-paced role that would suit a candidate with at decent amount of recently gained experience in an accounts payable environment. Candidates can be either QBE or part/fully AAT qualified and should have excellent communication skills as the post holder will liaise with suppliers regularly.