Purchase Ledger/Ordering

Overall Purpose of the Role:

We’re looking for a friendly, enthusiastic person to join our finance team and support the department and/or Finance Manager. The role offers a variety of tasks and some exciting challenges along the way. What really matters is that you have a good eye for detail, work in an organised and efficient way, and bring a flexible, positive attitude to the team.

What you will be doing:

• Process supplier invoices, matching them to purchase orders
• Process orders from Project Managers, following the approved order process procedures
• Assist in the set-up of new suppliers and sub-contractors
• Carry out supplier statement reconciliations
• Process weekly supplier payments
• Provide holiday cover for cash allocation & posting subcontractor invoices
• Ad hoc analysis and duties as directed by the team manager.

What we ask from you:

• Good reading, writing, and arithmetic skills – GCSE grade 6-9 or equivalent in Maths and English.
• Working knowledge of computerised accounts system
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Polite telephone manner
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel & Word
• Knowledge of Sage Accounts 200 or similar accounting package
• Knowledge of Sage Job Costing or knowledge of contract costing

What we can offer in return:

• Benefits include cashback plans including eye-care, dental & prescriptions, to name just a few….. please click on our benefits brochure to view further details
• Gym, fitness and retail discounts
• Donate a Day – we will gift you an extra day off each year to do something for charity or within the community
• Mentoring and ongoing guidance, not only to settle you into your role, but throughout your career with Aptus
• We promote physical and mental health and provide additional support to our employees via our Employer Assistance Program all year round

Location: Aptus House, Unit 19-20, Barrs Fold Road, Wingates, Industrial Estate, Bolton, BL5 3XP

What’s next?

Please send your CV and contact details to careers@aptusutilities.co.uk

If you are shortlisted for this role, you will be contacted by a member of our People Team or the Hiring Manager, who will usually arrange a short telephone interview before arranging a face-to-face.