Purchase Ledger Assistant

**About Winncare**

At Winncare, we are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in need of mobility and care solutions. With over four decades of expertise, we specialise in developing and providing innovative products and services that support the healthcare industry, including lifting and transfer equipment, medical beds, and a wide range of care solutions.

Our commitment to excellence is driven by a passion for improving the everyday lives of patients and caregivers alike, ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity for those we serve. As a trusted partner in healthcare, Winncare continues to lead with innovation, compassion, and a relentless pursuit of quality.

This is an exciting time for Winncare as we experience organisational growth and new opportunities to join our highly skilled, professional, and committed team in a great working environment.

Our Finance team are now seeking to appoint an experienced and knowledgeable individual to join the team in the position of Purchase Ledger Assistant.

The successful applicant will act as part of the Finance team, providing a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Payable service.

Employed on a full-time basis and reporting to the Financial Controller, the Purchase Ledger Assistant will play a crucial role in managing the groups accounts payable function, ensuring all supplier invoices are accurately processed, and payments are made on time.

Key tasks and accountabilities associated with the post are as follows:
Process supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper authorisation.

Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies promptly.

Maintain the accounts payable ledger, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and timely.

Prepare and process supplier payment runs

Manage the supplier query process, addressing and resolving any issues or disputes.

Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable, looking out for prepayments and accruals.

Monitor and manage aged creditors, ensuring timely payments and addressing overdue invoices.

Assist with VAT return preparation, ensuring all purchase VAT is accurately recorded.

Support the annual audit process by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor queries.

Provide administrative support to the finance team, including filing, data entry, and document management.

Participate in the improvement and implementation of financial procedures and controls.

Respond to ad hoc financial queries from internal and external stakeholders.

Communicate financial information clearly and effectively to non-finance members of staff.

Duties and responsibilities associated with the post may change and as such, the successful applicant will be required to undertake any other task for which they are qualified and experienced to undertake.

Applicants should possess a basic understanding of UK accounting standards and regulations, be highly motivated with a keen eye for detail and accuracy and continually demonstrate an ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

It is essential applicants possess prior experience in an accounts payable or purchase ledger role as well as strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

Good communication skills with the ability to convey financial information clearly are essential in this role as is proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Applicants will ideally possess experience gained in a manufacturing environment and working with ERP systems; however, this is not essential.

This is a great opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced individual to join a committed and dedicated team at a time of growth in a rewarding and engaging environment and a great workplace community.

**If you possess the skills, knowledge, and experience suitable for this vacant post, please apply.