Purchase Ledger Clerk

Purchase Ledger Clerk

The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy finance team in Dover. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong accounts payable experience who thrives in a high-volume processing environment and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

Accurately process high volumes of supplier invoices
Ensure vendor invoices are correctly coded and authorised
Prepare payment runs and maintain supplier accounts
Post vendor payments and allocate accurately on accounts
Reconcile supplier statements and the accounts payable ledger
Assist with checking and processing credit card returns, cash expenses, and overseas banking
Provide banking support, including cash allocations
Resolve supplier queries in a timely and professional manner
Support the finance team with ad hoc duties as required

About You

Previous experience in a purchase ledger/accounts payable role
Experience working in a high-volume processing environment
Intermediate Excel skills
SAP experience (beneficial but not essential)
Understanding of accounting principles and VAT
Excellent attention to detail with high levels of accuracy
Strong organisational and time management skills
Confident communicator with good written and verbal skills
Self-motivated, adaptable, and a strong team player

Working Hours, 37 hours per week:
Monday-Thursday: 08:15 - 17:00 & Friday: 08:15 - 13:15

This is a temporary position requiring an immediate start.

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