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Established in 1923, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] has grown to become one of the most successful privately-owned and family-run construction groups in the UK. Our Investors in People accreditation demonstrates our commitment to our staff and we are Partners of the Considerate Constructors Scheme – something which only a select number of high performing contractors achieve.

About the Role

Our Accounts Department, based at our head office in Heage, are looking for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their team. This is a full-time position, working 8.30 am – 5.00 pm, Monday – Thursday with a 4.30 pm finish on Friday. We will also consider applicants looking to work on a part-time basis. Please specify your preferred hours within your application.

Duties of the role

• Review invoices received for accuracy against both the buying system and goods received notes as received from construction sites
• Accurate and timely inputting of all invoices on the finance system, including scanning of all documentation
• Liaising with the buying department and site management with regards to invoices held in query
• Prepare and process weekly and ad-hoc payment runs
• Reconciliation of supplier statements
• Dealing promptly with supplier queries as received via telephone or e-mail
• General ledger management
• Providing holiday cover for other purchase ledger clerks within the team
• Subject to training / experience, assisting the sub-contract ledger clerks during busy periods
• Assisting the Management Accountant with ad-hoc tasks

Key Skills and Experience Required

• GCSE grade C (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel desired
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• An ability to prioritise workload and adhere to strict deadlines
• Confidence to work autonomously, with a willingness to develop skills and knowledge
• Happy to work in a team and help others, if and when necessary
• Friendly and approachable with a professional telephone manner
• A team player with a ‘can do’ attitude

In Return We Offer

• A supportive environment with the opportunity to undertake your AAT qualification and the potential to progress within the business.
• 25 days holiday per year (plus 8 bank holidays)
• Entry into the Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Private Health Insurance (subject to a qualifying period)
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Training & Development Opportunities.

Additional Information

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an equal opportunities employer. NO AGENCIES PLEASE. If you would like to be considered for this role please send applications to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or by post to the HR Department, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Ltd, Heage, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 2BW. We are a disability confident employer and actively encourage applicants who are covered under the equality act to apply. Please contact the HR Department on [contact hidden] in advance of an interview to discuss any adjustments that are required in order to support you in the process. We are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and encourage applications from service leavers.