Junior Finance Assistant - Dot Recruit : Job Details

The Employer & Opportunity:

We are delighted to have partnered with a highly successful service business in Preston, who have a rare opportunity for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their team. This business have a track record for developing careers internally, they also boast exceptional employee retention rates.

We are working with our client to recruit for an ambitious Purchase Ledger Clerk to support the work of the wider Finance function. The company will provide AAT study support to the individual allowing them to progress further in their accounting career.

The Duties:

As Purchase Ledger Clerk, typical duties include:

·      Recording Purchase invoices accurately on the system

·      Ensuring invoices and credit notes are accurately coded to the relevant cost centre

·      Monitoring and managing invoice posting with authorisation at correct level

·      Handling invoice queries from colleagues and suppliers

·      Reconciling supplier statements monthly

·      Ensuring invoices/credit notes are scanned accurately

The Requirements:

Some Finance experience would be ideal, however if you are currently studying AAT and keen for your first step on the finance career ladder, our client can offer full training. Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills are an essential for this role as well as a full UK driving license and access to a car. The individual will be enthusiastic, motivated, and open to learning lots of new skills. 

The Rewards:

Employees receive 22 days holidays plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to earn more holidays after working at the company for a year. The team have flexible working hours and dress down days on a Friday and often hold team lunches, events, and challenges, making the environment a great one to work in. The company pride themselves on a vibrant office setting, a fun and sociable finance team, and staff development.

This role is based full time in the office, there is free on site parking and they are situated close to public transport and motorway links.