Purchase Ledger Manager

Saint Ives

11 months ago

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Purchase Ledger Manager

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A fantastic opportunity to work with a well established, Fire & Security firm, with a large range of customers ranging from Commercial, Domestic & Industrial sites. My client is eager to welcome a new, experienced Purchase Ledger Manager into the fold.

£30-35,000

Full Time | Office based

Main Responsibilities

Lead and manage the team, ensuring frequent 121’s are carried out to ensure alignment to priority tasks. Manage team training and development
Oversee supplier invoice processing for accuracy and complies with company policies / internal controls, ensuring documentation is managed effectively
Responsible for coordinating supplier payments and sending remittances
Mana ge and review of supplier statement reconciliations to ensure the team resolves differences in a timely manner
Responsible for adhering to the accounts payable month end close deadlines
Review and reporting on aged creditors, with commentary
Proactively work with suppliers and internal teams to ensure invoice queries are dealt with in a timely manner, and unapproved invoices are tracked and followed-up frequently
Ensure the proactive monitoring and management of shared accounts payable mailbox
Periodic reviews of supplier master data to optimise data integrity
Processing of company credit cards, staff expense and sustenance payments
Responsible for supplying audit information in accordance with deadlines
Assist with updating company policies whereby Finance is the guardian
Responsible for documenting and enhancing the Finance team standard operating procedures (SOP’s)
Support with the implementation of new systems and processes
Knowledge and Experiences

Experience of managing a purchase leger team, preferably within a Group of companies
Competent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams and Sage financial systems
Experience of implementing or working with AP automation tools desirable but not essential Any suitable qualifications to suit the role
If you are local to the area and seeking a new Purchase Ledger Manager position, then please apply now. If your application is successful a 4way member will be in touch

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