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Purchase Ledger Supervisor
About the Role
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Purchase Ledger Supervisor will lead the central Purchase Ledger team of Scott Wilson.
Core responsibilities will include:
• Organising and managing a team of six staff responsible for processing and payment of Scott Wilson purchase ledger invoices and corporate credit cards.
• Dealing with suppliers and internal staff to ensure invoices are valid, properly coded and authorised and paid according to company policy.
• Undertaking hands-on as well as supervisory work.
• Undertaking ad hoc projects and exercises as required.
• Communicating with staff and suppliers by telephone and e-mail.
About You
To become part of the Purchase Ledger team you should have senior-level experience in purchase ledger; good understanding of bookkeeping including general and sales ledgers and cash book; full knowledge of the legal and VAT requirements for sterling and currency invoices; and reasonable ability with Excel, MS Office and finance systems in general.
Good communication skills, a good level of numeracy, the ability to work under pressure in a busy environment, the ability to initiate and handle change, and a flexible approach are also essential for this role.
Finally, you should be a highly organised team leader and be able to motivate staff.
About Us
Scott Wilson Group plc is a global integrated design and engineering consultancy for the built and natural environments. When working in our Finance department, you will be supporting the business needs around the UK and the world. Scott Wilson offers a diverse environment to develop your chosen skill and you would be expected to offer a professional, supportive service to all staff.
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