Receptionist / Purchase Ledger Clerk

To provide a professional front-of-house service while supporting the Finance department with the accurate and timely processing of purchase ledger transactions. This role is responsible for creating a welcoming first impression for visitors, managing incoming communications, and ensuring supplier invoices and payments are processed efficiently.RECEPTION & ADMINISTRATION:* Welcome visitors, customers, contractors and suppliers in a professional and friendly manner.* Answer, screen and direct incoming telephone calls.* Manage the reception area, ensuring it remains tidy and presentable at all times.* Handle incoming and outgoing mail, deliveries and courier services.* Maintain visitor sign-in procedures and issue visitor passes in line with company health and safety requirements.* Book meeting rooms and prepare refreshments for visitors where required.* Provide general administrative support to management and other departments.* Assist with document filing, scanning and record management.PURCHASE LEDGER:* Process supplier invoices accurately and within agreed timescales.* Match purchase orders, delivery notes and invoices, investigating any discrepancies.* Obtain appropriate invoice authorisations.* Reconcile supplier statements and resolve account queries.* Prepare payment runs in accordance with company procedures.* Set up and maintain supplier accounts within the finance system.* Ensure purchase ledger records are accurate, complete and up to ...