Purchase Ledger Clerk Job at Dorset Full Time NEW

Your Company:
A well-established services business is seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join its finance team in Poole. Operating within a fast-paced environment, this organisation has built a strong reputation for reliability, efficiency, and customer service.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to strengthen their transactional finance function with a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can support the smooth running of the Purchase Ledger process and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Your Role and Responsibilities:
While in this position your duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and within deadlines.
• Match, batch, and code invoices against purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and supplier queries efficiently.
• Reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate Purchase Ledger records.
• Assist with the preparation and processing of weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Monitor and reconcile the GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced) account.
• Liaise with procurement, warehouse, and operations teams to resolve invoice and delivery issues.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and audit requirements.
• Support month-end processes and assist with finance reporting activities.
• Maintain accurate financial data and contribute to continuous process improvements within the finance function.

What You Will Need to Apply:

• Previous experience working within Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable.
• Experience processing high volumes of invoices within a busy finance environment.
• Strong understanding of invoice matching, reconciliations, and payment processes.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with suppliers and internal departments.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and finance systems.
• Ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Experience working within wholesale, distribution, logistics, or similar fast-paced industries would be advantageous.
• A proactive and team-focused approach to work.

What You Will Get in Return:
This is a full-time opportunity within a growing and supportive organisation, offering the chance to develop your experience within a busy finance function while working as part of a collaborative team environment.

The company offers a competitive salary of up to £30,000 depending on experience, alongside company benefits and opportunities for continued development and progression.

To investigate this role further, please do not hesitate to contact:

Alexander Booth – Talent Acquisition Specialist

M: 07525 238567
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