Your new company

Hays is collaborating with a manufacturing and distribution company that has a long history of providing quality products and services. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, the company has become a trusted name in the industry. The company offers a supportive work environment with a focus on employee well-being and growth. They are committed to investing in their staff, ensuring professional development, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture. Hays Recruitment is collaborating with this company to help find the best talent for their team.

15-18 Month FTC, working Monday–Friday from 9AM–5PM
Salary: £28k - £30k per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications

Your new role

As a Group Purchase Ledger Controller / Accounts Assistant, you will maintain the purchase ledger and provide general support to the management accountant and finance team. This role is maternity cover with a fixed-term contract of 15–18 months. Main duties include matching goods receipt PO to delivery notes and invoices, checking general ledger coding on SAP (or other Cloud-based or industry standard Accounting Software), entering matched invoices, managing accounts payable mailboxes, processing payment requests, and reconciling bank and credit card transactions. You will also participate in specific projects within the group to ensure targets are met.

What you'll need to succeed

• Fully qualified or part-qualified AAT with at least 1 year of experience in a similar role.
• 1 year+ experience in transactional finance.
• Fully responsible for the purchase ledger, multiple purchase ledger experience is non-negotiable (smaller entities).
• SAP Business One experience (desirable, but not essential as training will be provided).
• Hands-on knowledge of Cloud-based or industry standard Accounting/Finance software, such as Sage or Xero.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptability to changes and accuracy in your work.

What you'll get in return

• Salary between £28,000 to £30,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time, fixed-term contract for 15–18 months.
• Working hours: 09:00 –17:00, Monday to Friday (36.25 hours per week).
• 22 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Company pension and health & wellbeing programme.
• Opportunities to be involved with management accounts in other trading companies within a wider corporation

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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