Purchase Ledger Finance Officer Job at City of London, London Full Time

? Role | Purchase Ledger Finance Officer
Areas | Purchase Ledger, Supplier Payments, Payroll Support, Finance Administration
Tech | Sage200, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word
Based | London
Remote | Hybrid – 6 Month Contract
Offer | £38,500 Pro Rata

Hi

Our client is looking for a detail focused Purchase Ledger Finance Officer to join their finance team on a 6 month temporary contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong purchase ledger experience who enjoys working in a structured and collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing supplier payments and supporting payroll activities where required.

As a Purchase Ledger Finance Officer, you will:

• Maintain an accurate and up to date purchase ledger, including processing invoices and expense claims
• Ensure invoices are correctly approved, coded and supported with the relevant documentation
• Process supplier payments in line with agreed timelines and supplier terms
• Manage and maintain purchase ledger records and finance documentation in line with data retention procedures
• Review supplier audit logs and ensure supplier detail changes are completed accurately
• Maintain schedules for direct debit invoices and support month end accrual processes
• Manage the finance inbox and respond to payment and invoice queries
• Liaise with suppliers, employees and internal stakeholders to resolve finance related queries
• Support payroll processing alongside the wider finance team when required
• Follow internal finance controls and processes at all times

What we’re looking for:

• Previous purchase ledger experience within a finance environment
• Strong working knowledge of Sage200
• Good understanding of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Process driven with the ability to manage workloads effectively
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• Customer focused approach with the ability to respond professionally and efficiently

What we offer:

• 6 month temporary contract
• Hybrid working environment
• Supportive and collaborative finance team
• Opportunity to develop within a well established organisation
• Competitive salary and benefits package