Your new companyThis hugely successful company has a flagship base in Stockton and are looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger Assistant to join the dynamic finance team.Your new roleYou will have full ownership of the Purchase Ledger administration across all the companies within the global Group, including the USA.Ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices into Sage 200, managing employee expenses, and overseeing the preparation and submission of VAT, EC Sales, and Intrastat returns to HMRC.Key responsibilities will include:

• Oversee the purchase ledger function for all Group companies, including the USA.
• Ensure accurate cross-charging between divisions.
• Maintain an up-to-date and accurate supplier database.
• Prepare and submit VAT, EC Sales, Intrastat returns, and import/export duty reports in line with HMRC deadlines.
• Complete National Statistics reports in a robust and timely manner
• Process weekly employee expenses and supplier payments.
• Reconcile all invoice backups to ensure accurate postings within the accounts.
• Ensure intercompany invoices and credits are raised monthly and reconciled.
• Purchase order management within SAGE accounting system and with the wider stakeholders.
• Master MID remit owner.
• Oversee import and export duty reporting.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience or an understanding of foreign currencies, ideally US Dollars and Euros.
• Knowledge of good practice working with HMRC regulations and requirements for example, within Import/Export/Deferment Accounts and VAT.
• Excellent level of Excel and Sage 200 skills.
• Purchase Ledger / Finance Administration experience.

What you'll get in returnThis role comes with a superb benefits package that includes:33 days holiday including bank holidaysBirthday and Festive leaveGym, Leisure and Shopping discountsPerks schemesHealth cash planWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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