Purchase Ledger Administrator

Robert Half are working on an exclusive basis with a well known FMCG organisation in Duns to hire a Purchase Ledger Administrator. This is an incredibly varied and fast paced role, suited to a candidate with prior purchase ledger / accounts payable experience. Reporting to the UK Finance Manager, the post-holder will be given the opportunity to develop professionally, learn new skills and get exposure to a wide range of finance processes. The role will sit within a small but efficient finance team, but will form part of a larger finance operation at group level. The role will offer progression, an example of this can be noted with the existing UK Finance Manager, who initially started out in this post. Our client operates a flexible hybrid working model, with two days in the office and the option to work three days from home. Their HQ is based in Duns in a state of the art office and production facility. Key responsibilities:Process high-volume invoices using the SAP S4 system, including running automated BACS payment runs, PP, Faster, and Eurozone payments. Match stock-related invoices to purchase order goods receipts and enter coded invoices.Upload documents to ensure they are accessible on the SAP system.Reconcile Purchase Ledger accounts and supplier statements.Communicate with suppliers regarding account and payment issues.Coordinate with internal departments to receive and approve all invoices and credit notes.Manage Purchase Ledger payments within cash flow limits.Ensure timely data input to meet accounting cycle deadlines.Regularly review GRNI accounts for the Financial Accountant to clear.Maintain up-to-date records of raw material purchases for cash flow purposes to assist in Group weekly reporting.Track CAPEX invoices and collaborate with colleagues to ensure they are entered and paid promptly.Handle internal requests related to the purchase ledger.Assist with additional tasks as needed, including year-end financial accounts.Requirements:Purchase Ledger experience, including working knowledge of BACS payments system, is essentialFluent IT skillsA willingness to learn new accounting processes and proceduresSalary and benefits:Salary will sit within a range between £25,000 - £27,000 per annum plus benefits including:Life assurance x2 salary29 days annual leaveAccess to onsite physio, masseuse, chiropodist/podiatrist and life coachEnhanced maternity/paternity payEmployee assistance programmeEmployer volunteer programmeOnline coachingWellness programmeRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.