Purchase Ledger Clerk

Purchase Ledger Clerk

6–month Temporary contract

Pay rate negotiable

Full time hours

Tipton, Birmingham

Starting on the 1st week June

We are looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our client on a 6–month temporary contract at a food industry manufacturer in Tipton, Birmingham. This role focuses on using Sage Line 50, managing high–volume data entry, and resolving complex, aged supplier queries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process high volumes of invoices, delivery notes, and purchase orders accurately into Sage Line 50.
• Match supplier invoices to delivery notes and purchase orders.
• Check VAT rates and ensure transactions are coded to the correct nominal ledger accounts.
• Investigate and resolve supplier account queries and statement discrepancies.
• Reconcile supplier accounts, including unallocated payments and missing credits.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding pricing differences and account queries.
• Assist with clearing aged creditor balances and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Reconcile monthly supplier statements against accounting system records.
• Prepare weekly and monthly payment run proposals for review.
• Maintain organised filing systems and supporting documentation for audit purposes.
• Act as the main point of contact for supplier finance enquiries.

• Previous accounts payable, purchase ledger, or finance administration experience.
• Experience using Sage Line 50 or a similar accounting system.
• Strong data entry skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Good understanding of invoice processing, reconciliations, and VAT.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work accurately to deadlines.