Purchase Ledger Clerk
- Recruiter
- First Utility Limited
- Location
- Warwick
- Salary
- 18000.00 - 21000.00 GBP Annual
- Posted
- 23 May 2017
- Closes
- 30 May 2017
- Sectors
- Accountancy
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Purchase Ledger Clerk
Department: Finance
Location: Warwick
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours a week
Summary
Here at First Utility we want to make a difference. We are changing the face of the energy industry by campaigning for more transparency, better communication and a speedier switching process. Through pioneering technology and sharing our knowledge, we put our customers firmly in control of their energy, so they can spend less on what they need and more on what they want.
We are proud to deliver award winning service and as we continue to challenge the industry, our talented people are integral to our journey; our people make that difference. As we continue to grow our Team we now have office locations in Warwick, Coventry, London, Krakow and Hamburg.
We're now looking for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our Finance Team in Warwick to help us continue to make that difference.
Role overview
The key objectives of this role will be to support the Finance Team to process supplier invoices and payments, purchase orders and employee expenses in an effective and timely manner.
You will be enjoy working in a fast paced environment and be able to develop positive relationships with other areas around the business.
Areas of specific responsibility
- Process and gain relevant approval for purchase orders, communicating any issues to the requester
- Set up new supplier and employee accounts with correct coding and payment information
- Input and gain relevant approval (including matching to purchase order) for invoices from general suppliers, commissions and employee expenses
- Management of invoices
- Code invoices and employee expenses
- Undertake statement reconciliations for suppliers and complete any actions to resolve issues
- Assist the Purchase Ledger Manager with investigating any odd or unusual items on Monthly Aged Creditors report
- Use appropriate control tools to enable the effective monitoring of invoices for cash flow purposes, reporting on invoices awaiting approval or in dispute and also on unauthorised expenditure
- Communicate with suppliers and colleagues by email and telephone and respond to their queries in a timely and professional manner
- Any other duties as required
Essential criteria
- A proven track record in a similar position
- Prior experience of processing large volumes of data/invoices
- Be computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- The ability to maintain attention to detail within a fast paced environment
- A high level of written and oral communication skills
- Works well within a team
- Well organised and able to effectively manage own time and work load
- Must be committed, self-motivated and hardworking
Desirable criteria
- Experience using Access Dimensions
- Exposure to the Utilities industry
The benefits
As well as a rewarding career, development opportunities and competitive salary, you'll also enjoy 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), pension, option to purchase childcare vouchers, and become eligible for our staff energy tariff along with other great ad-hoc offers.
We believe in putting energy into looking after our teams, so you'll benefit from BUPA Private Healthcare, cycle to work scheme, a great working environment with relaxation areas to recharge your batteries and free soft drinks available all day.
We also have "Fruity Friday" where fresh fruit is available every week for all employees.
Department: Finance
Location: Warwick
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours a week
Summary
Here at First Utility we want to make a difference. We are changing the face of the energy industry by campaigning for more transparency, better communication and a speedier switching process. Through pioneering technology and sharing our knowledge, we put our customers firmly in control of their energy, so they can spend less on what they need and more on what they want.
We are proud to deliver award winning service and as we continue to challenge the industry, our talented people are integral to our journey; our people make that difference. As we continue to grow our Team we now have office locations in Warwick, Coventry, London, Krakow and Hamburg.
We're now looking for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our Finance Team in Warwick to help us continue to make that difference.
Role overview
The key objectives of this role will be to support the Finance Team to process supplier invoices and payments, purchase orders and employee expenses in an effective and timely manner.
You will be enjoy working in a fast paced environment and be able to develop positive relationships with other areas around the business.
Areas of specific responsibility
- Process and gain relevant approval for purchase orders, communicating any issues to the requester
- Set up new supplier and employee accounts with correct coding and payment information
- Input and gain relevant approval (including matching to purchase order) for invoices from general suppliers, commissions and employee expenses
- Management of invoices
- Code invoices and employee expenses
- Undertake statement reconciliations for suppliers and complete any actions to resolve issues
- Assist the Purchase Ledger Manager with investigating any odd or unusual items on Monthly Aged Creditors report
- Use appropriate control tools to enable the effective monitoring of invoices for cash flow purposes, reporting on invoices awaiting approval or in dispute and also on unauthorised expenditure
- Communicate with suppliers and colleagues by email and telephone and respond to their queries in a timely and professional manner
- Any other duties as required
Essential criteria
- A proven track record in a similar position
- Prior experience of processing large volumes of data/invoices
- Be computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- The ability to maintain attention to detail within a fast paced environment
- A high level of written and oral communication skills
- Works well within a team
- Well organised and able to effectively manage own time and work load
- Must be committed, self-motivated and hardworking
Desirable criteria
- Experience using Access Dimensions
- Exposure to the Utilities industry
The benefits
As well as a rewarding career, development opportunities and competitive salary, you'll also enjoy 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), pension, option to purchase childcare vouchers, and become eligible for our staff energy tariff along with other great ad-hoc offers.
We believe in putting energy into looking after our teams, so you'll benefit from BUPA Private Healthcare, cycle to work scheme, a great working environment with relaxation areas to recharge your batteries and free soft drinks available all day.
We also have "Fruity Friday" where fresh fruit is available every week for all employees.