Purchase Ledger Clerk
| Posting date: | 18 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | £23,000 to £25,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 May 2024 |
| Location: | GL2 2AQ |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Marlowe Critical Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
As a Purchase Ledger Clerk at WCS Group, you will play a vital role in supporting our quest to build the best water treatment, water hygiene, air quality, and testing company in the UK. WCS Group leads the Water Treatment and Water Hygiene division of Marlowe Compliance Services and is one of the largest water safety specialists in the UK. At WCS Group, we believe that our success hinges on the expertise and dedication of our team members.
Working in a team of eight, you will join the Shared Services Purchase Ledger Team in Gloucester who are responsible for the invoice to payment process across multiple entities, collaborating closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure the most efficient and effective outcomes.
Requirements
Accurately process purchase invoices across one or more entities
Ensure the correct VAT treatment of invoices
Ensure all suppliers are paid to terms, ensuring payment remittances are sent to the right place
Be responsible for the execution of weekly supplier payment runs with direction from the Manager
Set up new supplier accounts on the Sage system accounting system as and when required
Raise and manage queries with suppliers and internal teams regarding purchase invoices/credit notes
Respond to all emails and calls in a professional and timely manner
Complete supplier statement reconciliations
Mitigate risks to the business by highlighting any potential fraud or concerns
Share ideas for process improvement
Demonstrate behaviours in line with our company values : Respect, Accountability, Reliability & Integrity.
Key Skills / Qualifications
Previous experience in a similar role
Experience using SAGE (desirable but not essential)
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organisational skills with ability to flex between work as required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Competent user of Excel
A team player – happy to get “stuck in”
Benefits
Salary up to £25,000 per annum
Hybrid working
Royal London Pension
Mental Health & Well-being Scheme
Employee Recognition Scheme
Paid Recommend a Friend Scheme (up to £2000* for successful referrals)
Paid Holidays
Additional Day holiday for each full year of completed service (up to 25 days)
WCS Group of companies are committed to equal opportunities for all people and recognise the value of having diverse teams that represent the communities we serve. We encourage and welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
Working in a team of eight, you will join the Shared Services Purchase Ledger Team in Gloucester who are responsible for the invoice to payment process across multiple entities, collaborating closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure the most efficient and effective outcomes.
Requirements
Accurately process purchase invoices across one or more entities
Ensure the correct VAT treatment of invoices
Ensure all suppliers are paid to terms, ensuring payment remittances are sent to the right place
Be responsible for the execution of weekly supplier payment runs with direction from the Manager
Set up new supplier accounts on the Sage system accounting system as and when required
Raise and manage queries with suppliers and internal teams regarding purchase invoices/credit notes
Respond to all emails and calls in a professional and timely manner
Complete supplier statement reconciliations
Mitigate risks to the business by highlighting any potential fraud or concerns
Share ideas for process improvement
Demonstrate behaviours in line with our company values : Respect, Accountability, Reliability & Integrity.
Key Skills / Qualifications
Previous experience in a similar role
Experience using SAGE (desirable but not essential)
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organisational skills with ability to flex between work as required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Competent user of Excel
A team player – happy to get “stuck in”
Benefits
Salary up to £25,000 per annum
Hybrid working
Royal London Pension
Mental Health & Well-being Scheme
Employee Recognition Scheme
Paid Recommend a Friend Scheme (up to £2000* for successful referrals)
Paid Holidays
Additional Day holiday for each full year of completed service (up to 25 days)
WCS Group of companies are committed to equal opportunities for all people and recognise the value of having diverse teams that represent the communities we serve. We encourage and welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.