Purchase Ledger Team Leader
- Employer
- Orbital Recruitment
- Location
- Harlow Wood, Mansfield, United Kingdom
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Closing date
- Jan 16, 2025
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- Job Role
- Accounts Payable
- Sector
- Finance
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
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Job Title:
Purchase Ledger Team Leader
Location:
Mansfield (Head office)
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Team Leader to join our clients finance team. This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the purchase ledger function, managing a team of clerks, ensuring accurate processing of supplier invoices, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing a team, a solid understanding of purchase ledger, and excellent problem-solving skills.
Key
Responsibilities:
* Team Management:
* Lead and manage a Purchase Ledger team, providing training, guidance, and support.
* Assign tasks to team members and monitor performance to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
* Conduct regular performance reviews and develop team members through coaching and mentoring.
* Invoice Processing & Payments:
* Oversee the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, ensuring compliance with company procedures.
* Ensure invoices are matched against purchase orders and delivery notes.
* Manage and execute payment runs, ensuring that payments are made in line with supplier terms.
* Supplier Relationship Management:
* Act as the first point of contact for supplier queries and resolve any payment issues or disputes.
* Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and ensure that payments are made on time and correctly.
* Reconciliation & Reporting:
* Reconcile supplier accounts and ensure all transactions are accurately recorded.
* Prepare and provide regular reports on outstanding liabilities, aged creditors, and payment forecasts.
* Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
* Compliance & Internal Controls:
* Ensure adherence to company financial controls, policies, and procedures.
* Assist with audits by providing documentation and explanations of processes.
* Monitor and maintain compliance with relevant financial regulations.
Skills & Experience Required:
* Essential:
* Proven experience working in a purchase ledger role, with at least 2+ years in a supervisory or team leader capacity.
* Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
* Excellent understanding of purchase ledger processes, including invoice processing, payment management, and reconciliation.
* High attention to detail with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
Hours of work:
* Monday to Friday
* 08.30-17.30
Job Types: Full-time, Permanen
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