Purchase Ledger Clerk

Requirements

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting, Finance
GCSEs (or equivalent) including Mathematics and English.
AAT Level 2 or Level 3 (or working towards).

Experience

At least 2 years

Additional Requirements

Age At most 35 years
Only Male

Skills and Experience-

Essential:

Previous experience working within a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role.
Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.        
Good communication and interpersonal skills. 
Competent in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.       
Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle or similar.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable:

AAT qualification or studying towards AAT.
Experience working within a fast paced distribution, manufacturing or FMCG environment.
Knowledge of VAT on purchase invoices.
Experience processing multi currency invoices.

Personal Attributes:

Highly organised and methodical.
Reliable and trustworthy.
Positive and proactive attitude.
Strong problem solving skills.
Professional when dealing with suppliers and colleagues.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Willingness to learn and develop.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Supplier invoices processed accurately and on time.
Supplier payment deadlines consistently met.
Supplier statement reconciliations completed monthly.
Low number of invoice processing errors.
Prompt resolution of supplier queries.
Accurate month end purchase ledger close.

Responsibilities & Context

Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.

Match purchase invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes where applicable.

Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies with suppliers and internal departments.

Prepare supplier payment runs in accordance with agreed payment terms.

Reconcile supplier statements and resolve outstanding queries.

Set up and maintain supplier accounts, ensuring accurate supplier records.

Monitor aged creditors and report overdue or disputed balances.

Process employee expense claims where required.

Assist with month end procedures, including accruals and purchase ledger reconciliations.

Respond promptly to supplier queries via telephone and email.

Ensure all financial transactions comply with company policies and procedures.

Maintain organised electronic and physical filing systems.

Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation.

Assist the wider finance team with ad hoc duties as required.

Skills & Expertise
Microsoft Office

Other Relevant Skills

Invoice Processing
Microsoft Excel
Accounting Software
Microsoft Dynamics
ERP/SAP Software
Oracle
Account Reconciliation

Compensation & Other Benefits

Festival Bonus: 2
Competitive salary.
Holiday entitlement.
Training and development opportunities.
Employee assistance programme.
Career progression opportunities.

Workplace

Work at office

Employment Status

Full Time

Gender

Only males are allowed to apply.

Job Location

Anywhere in Bangladesh