Apprentice Purchase Ledger Clerk - Heage, Derbyshire

About Bowmer + Kirkland
Established in 1923, Bowmer + Kirkland has grown to become one of the most successful privately-owned and family-run construction groups in the UK. Our Investors in People accreditation demonstrates our commitment to our staff and we are Partners of the Considerate Constructors Scheme - something which only a select number of high performing contractors achieve.

About the role
Our Accounts Department, based at our head office in Heage, are looking for a trainee/apprentice to join their team. This is a full-time Apprenticeship opportunity, working 8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Monday - Thursday with a 4.30 pm finish on Friday. We will also consider applicants looking to work on a on a part-time basis. Please specify your preferred hours within your application.

Duties of the role

Review invoices received for accuracy against both the buying system and goods received notes as received from construction sites

Accurate and timely inputting of all invoices on the finance system, including scanning of all documentation

Liaising with the buying department and site management with regards to invoices held in query

Prepare and process weekly and ad-hoc payment runs

Reconciliation of supplier statements

Dealing promptly with supplier queries as received via telephone or e-mail

Providing holiday cover for other purchase ledger clerks within the team

Subject to training / experience, assisting the sub-contract ledger clerks during busy periods

Assisting the Management Accountant with ad-hoc tasks

Key skills and experience required

GCSE grade C (or equivalent) in English and Maths

Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel desired

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

An ability to prioritise workload and adhere to strict deadlines

Confidence to work autonomously, with a willingness to develop skills and knowledge

Happy to work in a team and help others, if and when necessary

Friendly and approachable with a professional telephone manner

A team player with a 'can do' attitude

In return we offer

A supportive environment with the opportunity to undertake your AAT qualification and the potential to progress within the business.

25 days holiday per year (plus 8 bank holidays)

Entry into the Group Personal Pension Scheme

Private Health Insurance (subject to a qualifying period)

Eye care voucher scheme

Bowmer + Kirkland is an equal opportunities employer.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

We are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and encourage applications from service leavers. If you would like to be considered for this role please send applications to: or by post to the HR Department, Bowmer + Kirkland Ltd, Heage, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 2BW.

We are a disability confident employer and actively encourage applicants who are covered under the equality act to apply. Please contact the HR Department on in advance of an interview to discuss any adjustments that are required in order to support you in the process.

We are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and encourage applications from service leavers.