Purchase ledger / Finance

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Senior Finance Officer / Finance Manager - London

Location: Office-based (100%)

Hours:

Monday to Thursday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Friday: 8:30am - 2:30pm
30-minute lunch breakWe are seeking an experienced and hands-on finance professional to join our team, taking over from a long-standing member of staff who is retiring. This is a key role within the business, with responsibility for the day-to-day finance function and ownership of core processes.

This role is fully office-based and would suit someone who enjoys being embedded in the business, working closely with colleagues, and taking full ownership.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, leading the finance tasks rather than supporting someone else, while also being happy to carry out the detailed daily processing that keeps the business running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Preparation and submission of VAT returns
Running weekly payroll, including tracking holidays and absences
Managing the purchase ledger, including:
Checking and entering invoices
Resolving supplier queries
Making supplier payments
Bookkeeping duties, including:
Quarterly accruals and prepayments
Month-end processing
Daily bank reconciliations
Providing cover for the sales ledger when required

About You

Proven experience in a responsible finance role
Strong working knowledge of VAT and payroll
Comfortable owning finance processes end-to-end with minimal supervision
Detail-oriented, reliable, and well organised
Happy to combine responsibility with hands-on transnational work
Experience with accounting software and Excel (specific systems a plus)

What We Offer

A stable, well-established business
A varied and trusted role with genuine responsibility
Supportive working environment
Office-based role with an early Friday finish
Competitive salary based on experienceIf you're an experienced finance professional looking for a role where you can truly own the finance function and make it your own, we'd love to hear from you.

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Location:
Bermondsey
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Accounting/Financial/Insurance

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