Job Advert: Purchase Ledger/Accounts Payable

Purchase Ledger/Accounts Payable – Accounts

£24k – 27k per annum depending on experience
Location: Middlesbrough

 

The Company

Established in 1981, Bulkhaul Ltd is one of the world’s leading independent ISO tank operators, a global leader in the transportation of bulk liquids and gases with representation in more than 150 countries worldwide. We have built a reputation for excellence in the industry by consistently delivering high-quality exceptional services and innovative solutions to our clients worldwide. Our commitment to safety, efficiency, and innovation sets us apart. Joining Bulkhaul means becoming part of a Company with a truly international presence.

Are you a motivated individual with a passion for finance and accounting? Continued growth of our business provides for several career opportunities, and we are currently seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Purchase Accounts Clerk to join our finance team.

The Role

The Purchase Ledger Accounts Clerk will play a crucial role in managing our accounts payable processes. This position involves handling supplier invoices, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely payments. The role is challenging, rewarding and requires a high level of commitment. 

Principal duties

• Processing of supplier invoices via in-house and accounting (Infor/Sun accounts) systems.
• Distribution and resolution of queried invoices both internally and directly with suppliers.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal departments to address invoice queries.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Preparation of twice monthly payment runs.
• Uploading payments onto banking systems.
• Ad-hoc spreadsheet upkeep.
• Maintain organised records and filing systems.
• Possible monthly Agent/Contra accounts reconciliation & control.

 

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or similar finance role is an advantage but is not essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Ability to work within a team to assist in all areas of the department if/when required.
• To be able to prioritise work and use own initiative, with a problem-solving mindset.
• The role requires a substantial amount of concentration and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills for liaising with customers, suppliers and work colleagues in the UK and overseas both verbally and electronically.
• Confident personality with a desire to progress further - Gradual progression is anticipated within the department to further responsibilities as more experience is gained.
• Training will be provided at each stage of career progression.
• Qualifications to a minimum of GCSE standard is required with strong numeracy and literacy skills.

 

Additional Benefits / Information

• Core working hours are 08.45am to 5.15pm.
• Various Pension Schemes.
• Private Health Cover, with access to a Digital GP.
• Death in Service Benefit.
• 25 days holiday per annum plus all statutory bank holidays.
• Annual Pay review
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Excellent office facilities on a site with 24 hr security.
• Secure onsite parking. Own transport is recommended due to location (public transport services are available)