Purchase Ledger Accounts Assistant

Purchase Ledger Accounts Assistant

• Annual Salary: £25-26k
• Location: Gateshead
• Job Type: Full-time, perm

Join my client, a leader in the world of sporting events, and contribute to the success of major events. My client is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to manage financial processes and support their dynamic team in their brand-new office.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage all aspects of purchase ledger and expense processing for the business to aid the timely and accurate completion of key Finance reports.
• Handle purchase invoice processing and issue resolution for all Group companies.
• Process expenses and resolve issues for all Group companies.
• Complete supplier statement reconciliations and resolve any resulting queries and discrepancies.
• Manage the P2P System, maximizing its functionality.
• Prepare and maintain a month-end accrual schedule.
• Prepare month-end payment runs, mid-month payment runs during peak periods, monthly expenses payments, and other ad hoc payments upon request.
• Address supplier queries promptly and accurately.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A finance background with experience in Purchase Ledger is essential.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software, preferably Sage.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Excellent communication, organisational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual holiday plus bank holidays.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Salary Sacrifice Cycle to work Scheme.
• Volunteering policy to support causes important to you.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Workplace contributory pension scheme through salary sacrifice.
• Employer-funded life assurance scheme.
• Private Healthcare.
• Open, modern, and friendly working environment with a strong culture.

To apply for the Accounts Assistant position, please submit your CV now!