Job Description:

Location: Wirral
Salary: Up to £26,000 DOE
Contract: Temporary (initial 2-month contract with strong potential to become permanent)
Hours: Full-time or part-time considered

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Assistant / Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a well-established business within the construction sector based on the Wirral.

This is initially a temporary position for a period of two months, with a strong likelihood of becoming permanent for the right candidate. The successful individual will join a friendly and supportive finance team, reporting directly to the Financial Controller.

This role would suit an experienced Purchase Ledger professional looking for a varied position within a collaborative working environment.

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching, batching and coding invoices
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
• Assisting with payment runs
• Managing and maintaining supplier accounts
• Supporting the Financial Controller with day-to-day finance duties
• Assisting with credit card reconciliations
• Ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and in line with company procedures
• Providing ad hoc support across the finance function as required

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous Purchase Ledger experience
• Experience using Sage 50 (essential)
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships with suppliers and colleagues
• The ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment
• Experience within the construction sector would be advantageous, although not essential

• Salary up to £26,000 depending on experience
• Flexible working options, with part-time applications welcomed
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Exposure to a broad finance role with opportunities to develop
• Potential for the role to become permanent following the initial temporary period

If you are an experienced Purchase Ledger professional seeking your next opportunity in the Wirral, we would be keen to hear from you.