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Purchase Ledger Clerk in East England

What is a purchase ledger clerk?

Purchase ledger responsibilities involve the practical duties of business bookkeeping. They process purchase orders, invoices and expenses, assist with cash management and bank reconciliation as part of the finance team. Accuracy and attention to detail are key for professionals in this role.

Purchase ledger clerk job description and responsibilities

Professionals in this role are tasked with maintaining the company purchase ledger. The following duties are typically included in a purchase ledger clerk job description:Logging, maintaining and filing invoicesPayment authorisationPayment processingPosting and monitoring petty cashInvestigating purchase ledger queriesCreating company reportsLiaising with suppliersMaintaining the accuracy of vendor detailsProcessing personal and company expensesAssisting with queries and reporting

Purchase ledger qualifications, skills and experience

Purchase ledger professionals don’t necessarily need a degree to qualify for the job, but experience with data input, accounts payable and administration is desirable. Employers may also be looking for evidence of specialist accountancy qualifications, like AAT.The following skills are also beneficial for securing top roles:Impeccable accuracyKnowledge of accounting softwareExcellent time-keepingAbility to build good working relationshipsGood attention to detail

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Salary for Purchase Ledger Clerk in East England
28000 - 34250
25th percentile
28000
The candidate has little or no prior experience in the position and is still developing relevant skills.
50th percentile
31000
The candidate has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.
75th percentile
34250
The candidate has above-average experience, has most or all the necessary skills, and may have specialised qualifications
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Part-Qualified Management/Financial Accountant 43250 48250 51500 Assistant Management/Financial Accountant 31250 35500 41000 Financial Analyst 40750 45000 49750 Accounts Assistant 27750 29750 32000 Purchase Ledger Manager/Supervisor 48250 52750 58500 Sales Ledger/Billings Manager 43250 47000 52250 Sales Ledger/Billings Clerk 28500 33750 41250 Credit Control Manager/Supervisor 45000 50250 55750 Credit Controller 30000 32500 36000 Payroll Manager/Supervisor 43500 49250 54000 Payroll Administrator/Clerk 30250 32250 38250

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