Hays
Purchase Ledger Clerk (Temp)
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Hays Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be supporting a well-established and respected organisation in Central Cambridge, who are seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance team on a temporary basis for approximately 8 weeks. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional looking for a flexible part-time position, working 4 days per week within a supportive and collaborative finance environment.
Your new role
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the purchase ledger function, ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time while maintaining excellent financial controls. Key responsibilities will include:
- Processing high volumes of supplier invoices
- Matching, batching and coding invoices
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
- Preparing payment runs
- Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies
- Maintaining accurate supplier records
- Assisting with month-end purchase ledger activities
- Supporting the wider finance team as required
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What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role
- Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
- Experience processing invoices within a busy finance environment
- Good communication skills and the ability to build strong supplier relationships
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
What you'll get in return
As this is a temporary purchase ledger job, you will be paid an hourly rate of circa £15.00 - £17.00 per hour depending on experience. The role is based in Central Cambridge location with excellent transport links and working a 4-day week.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk opportunity, click Apply Now, or contact Grace Simms or Andy Jarman at Hays Accountancy & Finance for a confidential discussion.
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Desired Skills and Experience
- Processing high volumes of supplier invoices
- Matching, batching and coding invoices
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
- Preparing payment runs
- Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies
- Maintaining accurate supplier records
- Assisting with month-end purchase ledger activities
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