Accounts Payable Job at Berkshire Full Time NEW

Purchase Ledger Controller (Interim Contract)
Location: Thatcham, Berkshire
Rate: £17.00-£19.00 per hour + holiday pay (depending on experience)
Contract: 3-6 Month Interim Assignment with Potential to Become Permanent
Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3-4 days per week in the office, remainder working from home

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Purchase Ledger Controller to join a well-established manufacturing and engineering business on an interim basis. This is an initial 3-6 month contract, with the potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

Working as part of a busy finance team, you will take ownership of the purchase ledger function, ensuring the accurate processing of supplier invoices, payments, and reconciliations while supporting wider finance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier purchase invoices, including matching invoices to electronic delivery notes.
• Maintain and reconcile purchase ledger control accounts.
• Prepare and process supplier payments, including foreign currency transactions.
• Create and maintain supplier accounts.
• Investigate and resolve invoice queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Review courier invoices and identify customer recharge opportunities.
• Support month-end and year-end finance processes.
• Manage petty cash, including issuing floats, maintaining records, and reconciling balances.
• Ensure financial records are accurate and maintained in line with company procedures.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, or similar finance role.
• Experience working within an ERP system (Epicor experience would be beneficial but is not essential).
• Experience gained within a manufacturing, engineering, or similar commercial environment.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent numerical skills.
• The ability to manage workloads effectively and work independently.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with suppliers and colleagues across the business.
• A proactive and conscientious approach to work.

What’s on Offer

• £17.00-£19.00 per hour, depending on experience. (+ Holiday Pay).
• Hybrid working arrangement (3-4 days in the office, remainder from home).
• Immediate opportunity to make an impact within a supportive finance team.
• Potential for the position to become permanent following the interim period.

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