Temporary Purchase Ledger Assistant (24 hours per week)

Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger professional looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working as part of a supportive team? If so, JDP would love to hear from you!

We are looking for a Temporary Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our established Finance team at our Head Office in Longtown for a period of 3 to 6 months. This role is 24 hours per week over 3 consecutive days - Work pattern to be arranged.

About the Role

As a key member of the Purchase Ledger team, you will play an important role in ensuring all goods purchased are accurately recorded, authorised and accounted for. This position involves processing a high volume of invoices while maintaining excellent attention to detail and delivering outstanding service to suppliers and colleagues alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Ensuring all purchases are correctly recorded, authorised and accounted for.
• Managing supplier accounts, resolving invoice queries and ensuring payments are processed on time.
• Maximising available supplier discounts through effective account management.
• Maintaining and reconciling inter-company accounts.
• Processing and controlling Debit Notes.
• Recording overhead costs and accounting for VAT.
• Building positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role.
• Is organised, proactive and passionate about delivering high-quality work.
• Works well as part of a team and can manage a busy workload.
• Has excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Possesses strong Excel skills.
• Has a professional and confident telephone manner.
• Is comfortable communicating with suppliers and colleagues at all levels.
• Has experience with SAP Business One (desirable but not essential).

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Staff Discounts

If you're ready to hit the ground running and are available for a temporary assignment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join the JDP team!