Purchase Ledger Clerk - Rheinmetall Electronics UK (REUK)

Job Posted: 9 October 2024

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Newport, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: Subject to Experience
• Industries: Accounting General Office Miscellaneous

Job Start Date: Jan 2025

Rheinmetall Electronics UK (REUK) Ltd operates internationally, designing and manufacturing advanced electronics products and systems for the communications, defence, security and government services market.

We are excited to announce that we are building upon the commercial success achieved to date, and have an opportunity to join our rapidly expanding team. 

 

We are recruiting an aspiring Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our expanding Finance team based at our offices in Newport, Isle of Wight.

This role is perfect for someone looking to grow and develop their career with a business that will support and guide them in their career development.

As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, your duties will consist of:

·         The accurate and timely provision of purchase ledger duties and accounts functions in line with month-end closure procedures.

·         Handling both GBP and foreign currency invoices and payments.

·         Ensuring all invoices/credits are coded correctly before entering - communicating with the relevant departments to confirm if necessary.

·         Inputting of invoices and matching against purchase order / goods receipt documentation.

·         Collaborating with suppliers and internal departments to resolve any discrepancies.

·         Carrying out monthly supplier statement reconciliations, addressing any issues that arise and ensuring they are resolved within the SAP system.

·         Preparation of a weekly payment run ensuring invoices are paid within the agreed terms.

·         Answering any supplier queries in a timely manner - investigating and resolving or referring where necessary.

·         Assisting with ad hoc duties as required by the Finance team.

Required skills and qualifications

• Superb time management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise work to ensure all deadlines are met in a timely manner
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel
• A very methodical and logical approach to working
• Able to clearly convey information to internal and external contacts

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of company and partner information
• Knowledge of an accounting system would be advantageous

A training opportunity in AAT Accounting will be offered to the right candidate as a distance learning programme.

Full time 37.5 hrs per wk.

Salary dependant on experience / qualifications

Location: Newport, Isle of Wight

 At REUK, our vision is to become a recognised and respected solution provider while delivering high-technology, high reliability & high-quality products and systems

We want REUK to be the employer you choose to build your career with. We are on a journey to growth and have lots of opportunities for you to grow as our business continues to grow.

We are passionate about finding likeminded people to join us and we want you to be proud to work at REUK. We believe in rewarding and developing our people and we offer you:

-          25 Days holiday plus Bank holidays (increasing with service)

-          The opportunity to work flexibly and to work your contracted hours over the week so that you can enjoy an early finish on a Friday.

-          4-times Death-in-Service Benefit (after 3 months of service)

-           BUPA Healthcare & Dental-Care Insurance (after successful completion of probationary period)

-          Long Service Rewards

-          Employer Pension contributions of 5%

-          Salary sacrifice scheme for Cycle to Work

-          Discounted Ferry Bookings

-          Discounted Gym Membership

-          Monthly on-site massages

-          Excellent Training Opportunities

-          Recommend a friend scheme

-          Excellent canteen facilities with a state-of-the-art kitchen, pool table and tuck shop

-          Staff social events throughout the year

-          Recognition for your work

Due to our pre-employment checks, we require applicants to have lived in the UK for at least 5 years. 

To apply, please send your CV to [email protected]

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