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DC Thomson

Purchase Ledger Assistant

DC Thomson

. Ensure supplier invoices, payments and financial records are processed accurately, efficiently and in line with financial controls.

Posted 9/24/2026part-timeGateshead • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £29,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in Purchase Ledger and Accounts Payable processes, with a strong focus on invoice processing, reconciliation, and compliance with financial controls. Proven ability to enhance efficiency and data quality while maintaining effective supplier relationships.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Purchase Ledger ExperienceInvoice ProcessingSupplier Account ReconciliationFinancial Controls ComplianceMicrosoft Excel Proficiency

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Hard Skills
Invoice ProcessingAccounts PayableSupplier PaymentsAccount ReconciliationData Quality ImprovementFinancial Record ManagementDiscrepancy ResolutionFinancial AdministrationProcess ImprovementNumerical Accuracy
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailOrganisational SkillsPrioritisation SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder Relationship Management
Tools & Technologies
Finance SystemsWorkflow ToolsReporting Data
Industry Keywords
Financial ControlsCompliance RequirementsSupplier ManagementFast-Paced Finance Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Ensure supplier invoices, payments and financial records are processed accurately, efficiently and in line with financial controls.
  • Deliver accurate processing of supplier invoices and financial records.
  • Maintain effective supplier account management and resolve queries.
  • Support timely and controlled supplier payment processes.
  • Complete reconciliations accurately and resolve discrepancies promptly.
  • Maintain compliance with financial controls and company procedures.
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, data quality and finance processes.
  • Work closely with finance colleagues, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and automation initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Previous experience in Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or Finance Administration.
  • Experience processing invoices, credits and supplier payments.
  • Experience reconciling supplier accounts and resolving discrepancies.
  • Experience providing support to suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Experience using finance systems and Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced finance environment.
  • Strong invoice processing and reconciliation capability.
  • Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
  • Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
  • Ability to investigate and resolve supplier queries effectively.
  • Understanding of financial controls and compliance requirements.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills.
  • Ability to identify recurring issues and contribute to process improvements.
  • Comfortable working with finance systems, workflow tools and reporting data.
  • Submit a CV and cover letter.