Job description
Temporary Purchase Ledger Assistant (30 Hours Per Week)Hybrid Working | Immediate Start | Fixed-Term Temporary Assignment
The OpportunityAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an immediately available Purchase Ledger Assistant to join a well-established organisation on a temporary basis. This role is expected to last for approximately 8 weeks while the business recruits for a longer-term fixed-term contract position.
Working 30 hours per week, this position would suit someone with previous purchase ledger or accounts payable experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced finance environment and is able to hit the ground running.
Following an initial training period, the role will offer a 50/50 hybrid working split between home and the office.
Key ResponsibilitiesAs part of the finance team, you will support the day-to-day purchase ledger function, including:
• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching, batching and coding invoices.
• Assisting with supplier statement reconciliations.
• Resolving supplier invoice queries and liaising with internal departments.
• Maintaining accurate supplier account records.
• Supporting payment run preparation.
• Ensuring financial records are kept accurate and up to date.
• Assisting with general finance administration as required.
• Supporting the wider finance team during a busy recruitment period.
About YouThe successful candidate will ideally have:
• Previous experience within Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Experience using finance systems and Microsoft Excel.
• The ability to work independently following initial training.
What's on Offer?
• 30 hours per week
• Immediate start available (within the next week)
• Initial 8-week temporary assignment
• Hybrid working following training (50% office / 50% home)
• Opportunity to gain experience within a supportive finance team
• Competitive hourly rate
If you're immediately available and looking for your next temporary finance opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.