Receptionist / Purchase Ledger Clerk

To provide a professional front-of-house service while supporting the Finance department with the accurate and timely processing of purchase ledger transactions. This role is responsible for creating a welcoming first impression for visitors, managing incoming communications, and ensuring supplier invoices and payments are processed efficiently. RECEPTION & ADMINISTRATION: * Welcome visitors, customers, contractors and suppliers in a professional and friendly manner. * Answer, screen and direct incoming telephone calls. * Manage the reception area, ensuring it remains tidy and presentable at all times. * Handle incoming and outgoing mail, deliveries and courier services. * Maintain visitor sign-in procedures and issue visitor passes in line with company health and safety requirements. * Book meeting rooms and prepare refreshments for visitors where required. * Provide general administrative support to management and other departments. * Assist with document filing, scanning and record management. PURCHASE LEDGER: * Process supplier invoices accurately and within agreed timescales. * Match purchase orders, delivery notes and invoices, investigating any discrepancies. * Obtain appropriate invoice authorisations. * Reconcile supplier statements and resolve account queries. * Prepare payment runs in accordance with company procedures. * Set up and maintain supplier accounts within the finance system. * Ensure purchase ledger records are accurate, complete and up to date. * Assist with month-end finance activities as required. * Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve invoice and payment issues. * Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Essential * Previous experience in a receptionist, administrative or customer service role. * Experience of purchase ledger or accounts payable processes. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload. * High level of accuracy and attention to detail. * Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Professional, approachable and customer-focused manner. THE BENEFITS: Salary: Up to £29,000 33 days holiday inc stats, pension scheme, health and wellbeing initiatives, discretionary bonus THE CONSULTANCY: Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer