Purchase Ledger Clerk

We have a vacancy for a Purchase Ledger Clerk within our Chorley office, working 38.5 hours per week, full-time (part-time considered), Mon - Fri.

This role will deliver the efficient operation and day to day functioning of the Purchase Ledger Department, and to drive and deliver performance improvements. You will communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders across all levels, ensuring that both commerciality and practicalities are given equal measure.

Responsibilities Include:

• Processing a high volume of purchase invoices and dealing with complex queries and any problematic accounts.
• Implementing new processes and streamlining existing ways of doing things.
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members.
• First point of contact for all complex queries and complaints.
• BACS and manual payments.
• Statement reconciliations and supplier account maintenance.
• Ensuring all work complies with industry related protocol, CIS and HMRC VAT regulations.
• Assisting with carrying out the yearly audit process.
• Providing support to the wider business relating to purchase order raising and queries.
• Assist with the implementation of a new ERP system.
• Communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Overflow cover for reception calls.
• Any ad hoc duties as required.

Person Specification

Essential Knowledge/Experience:

• Experience in a Purchase Ledger function.
• Experience of building and maintaining good working relationships with people of all levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• A team player who also works well independently.
• Organised and self-motivated, with the ability to manage own workload effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word & Excel.

Desirable Knowledge/Experience

• Experience of working within the construction industry.

To apply

Please email your CV with a covering letter to careers@taziker.com.

We look forward to receiving your application.