Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk

Adecco • Permanent • Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom • £29,000 - £32,000 / year • 1h ago

Join Our Team as a Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk!

Are you an experienced Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team? Our client, a thriving SME in the accounting industry, is searching for a detail-oriented and proactive individual to manage day-to-day accounts administration. If you have a knack for numbers and a passion for providing exceptional support, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Invoice Management: Post invoices, match and reconcile transactions with precision.
Data Entry: Ensure accurate and efficient data entry to support financial operations.
Ledger Management: Maintain purchase and sales ledgers with attention to detail.
Chasing Payments: Proactively follow up on overdue payments and support credit control.
Administrative Support: Assist with general accounts admin tasks to support the wider team.

Success Outcomes:

First 30 Days:

Demonstrate your accounting competency and strong maths skills.
Exhibit confidence in basic accounting procedures and maintain high accuracy.
Manage the accounts email inbox while confidently answering incoming calls.

First 90 Days:

Independently manage the posting of cash and despatch payments.
Handle purchase invoices and incoming customer queries with ease.
Start contributing to more advanced administrative tasks with minimal errors.

12 Months:

Process weekly payroll confidently, with rare errors.
Prepare for month-end activities and effectively manage accounts issues.
Enable the wider team to focus on departmental developments due to your strong support.

Required Skills:

Experience with an ERP system and strong computer literacy.
Typing speed of approximately 26 words per minute.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong maths abilities.
Excellent telephone manner and communication skills.

Desired Experience:

Previous familiarity with SAP and Sage payroll.
A background in a range of accounts admin within similar-sized SME companies.

Traits & Behaviours:

Team player with the ability to work independently.
Strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
Positive attitude and a supportive nature.

What We Offer:

Company Pension: Secure your future with our competitive pension plan.
Cycle to Work Scheme: Enjoy a greener commute.
Employee Discounts: Benefit from exclusive discounts.
Free On-Site Parking: Stress-free parking every day.
Free Tea, Coffee, and Fruit: Stay refreshed throughout your workday.
Regular Work Socials: Enjoy team bonding activities.
Charity Support Opportunities: Contribute to meaningful causes during work hours.
Generous Holiday Package: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with an additional service day for every 5 years worked.
Annual Bonus: Celebrate your hard work with a rewarding bonus.
Ongoing Training Investment: We are committed to your professional development.

Experience:

- A minimum of 2 years in accounting is required.

Location: In-person role, fostering collaboration and teamwork.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a supportive and exciting environment, apply today! Bring your expertise and enthusiasm to our client's team, where your contributions will be valued and recognised. We can't wait to meet you!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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