About this role
Job Title: Purchase Ledger Assistant
Location: Hybrid (2 days per week) to any Markerstudy office, including but not limited to Manchester / Peterborough / Portsmouth / Sunderland / Stoke / Southport / Tunbridge Wells / Haywards Heath
The Purchase Ledger Assistant plays a key role in ensuring the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and expense claims. The role supports the finance team in maintaining strong financial controls, ensuring accurate records, and contributing to the efficient running of the purchase ledger function.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a range of accounts payable duties, resolving queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and helping maintain compliance with internal procurement and expense policies.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Accurately process high volumes of purchase invoices using Proactis Cloud and Invoice CaptureMonitor and respond to queries from suppliers and internal departments to deliver a high standard of service, building & maintaining strong relationshipsTake ownership of Aged Debt and actively manage to ensure invoices are paid in a timely mannerAssist with weekly and ad-hoc payment runs, ensuring timely payments in line with agreed termsReconcile supplier statements and investigate any outstanding itemsSupport Account and balance sheet reconciliations as requiredAdhere to company policies and regulatory requirements, including data protection and financial compliance standards, whilst identifying areas for improvement in the control environmentAssist in improving purchase ledger processes and promoting PO complianceProvide cover and support to other finance team members as required Skills & Experience
Experience working in a purchase ledger roleFamiliarity with Invoice Capture and automated workflowsHigh level of accuracy and attention to detailStrong organisational and time management skillsConfident communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise effectively with suppliers and internal teamsProficient in Microsoft Excel and standard finance applicationsAble to work independently and manage workload to meet deadlinesExperience with Sage Intacct is beneficial but not essential.