Assistant, Purchase Ledger - Oldbury
About Crowe
Crowe is a leading national audit, tax, advisory and risk firm with global reach and local expertise. We are an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the top 10 accounting networks in the world, with access to more than 40,000 people in 150 countries and across 798 offices globally.
We pride ourselves on looking after our people, whether you’re working in corporate tax, statutory audit or you’re a marketing or HR specialist - at Crowe we invest in our people to help them be the best they can be.
We understand that it is often the culture and values of a firm that are most important when looking for a new workplace, that’s why at Crowe our people-focused culture means we value new ideas and innovation, and welcome people who are committed to making a difference by delivering excellent services to our people, clients and communities.
This role is part time, 3 full days over 5 days.
Overall purpose of the job;
- To code and process purchase invoices on the purchase ledger daily
- To convert foreign currency invoices into GBP and process, and to undertake training as we move to a multi-Currency based system.
- To assist in producing scheduled payments to suppliers via Creditors BACS, International suggested payment runs and manual cheques.
- To assist in checking Employee expenses, processing manual expense claims and assist in the preparation of Expenses BACS
- To complete regular Supplier statement reconciliations, look into queries and chase for any missing invoices.
- To chase for approval of invoices registered on systems.
- To undertake ad hoc tasks as required from time to time by the purchase ledger supervisor to assist in the general duties of the department.
Skills knowledge and abilities;
- To have experience in purchase ledger duties, with good knowledge of purchase ledger invoice processing and payments.
- To have knowledge of internal controls in a purchase ledger.
- To be able to work to instructions effectively, in a team environment and to adhere to deadlines.
- Computerised accounting purchase-ledger experience, preferably Access Dimensions.
- High attention to detail and, logical, and orderly in approach to processing.
- Expense-claim processing knowledge and understanding.
- Sound working knowledge of MS Windows-based software packages, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, electronic mail, and the internet.
Why choose Crowe?
Crowe is where talented people can realise their potential, are successful and enjoy what they do by making a positive difference to our clients, communities, and each other.
Our vision is to be recognised as essential to the future success of our clients by helping them to answer tomorrow’s questions and make smart decisions that have lasting value through the highest quality audit, tax, advisory and risk services.
We offer you an opportunity to continue your career and work for a firm that offers stability and knowledge. In addition you can work alongside experienced professionals who put the client at the heart of everything they do.
At Crowe, you will find the expertise, the resources and, above all, the commitment to help you build a satisfying and rewarding career. In return we can offer you continued career development, highly competitive salaries and flexible benefits. Plus an opportunity to work for a firm that truly values its people.
Crowe is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in recruitment and employment. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings to our organisation and believe that diversity and inclusivity are key drivers of effectiveness and in providing our clients with a quality service.
Entry and progression within the firm is determined solely by the application of objective criteria, personal performance and merit.
We want to create the best environment for our people to thrive. We recognise the importance of offering a flexible approach to our working environment and we would be happy to discuss this with you further.
