Finance Officer - Purchase Ledger

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Purchase Ledger

• To receive and verify invoices and purchase orders for goods and services and the associated correspondences
• To verify that transactions comply with the financial policies and procedures of the College
• To prepare batches of invoices for data entry and payment via BACS or other method as appropriate, ensuring that all purchase transactions are correctly coded for VAT purposes
• To maintain updated vendor files and file numbers and maintain a listing of accounts payable and answer queries related to the suppliers
• To run BACS payments for payroll transactions, reviewing and reconciling transactions to cost centres and expense codes as required
• To perform month end duties ensuring all journals and procedures are completed on a timely basis in accordance with the monthly management accounts timetable

General Duties within the Finance Department

• Work with the Finance Officers as a team to ensure smooth running of the Finance department transactions, providing cover as appropriate
• Liase with other College departments, particularly MIS and Admissions, to ensure timely and accurate data is held within the Finance department

General Duties:

• Actively promote and market the College and present a positive image of the College and its activities both within and outside the College environment.
• Ensure the quality standards and performance measures applying to the work of the section are met and facilitate continuous improvements in all aspects of the post.
• Undergo any self-development and training as necessary for success in the role.
• Carry out any duties at all times in accordance with the College’s policies including Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety Policies.
• Incorporate into the role the philosophy, values and behaviour stated in the College Mission and Strategic Plan.
• Promote within the College a positive approach to security and discipline.
• Undertake any other responsibilities commensurate with the grade of the post, which the Principal or their senior management representative may from time to time require.