Finance & Purchasing Administrator - London, United Kingdom - Huntress

Huntress

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Based in Hammersmith

Office Based Role - Term time only - will work 4 weeks in holiday period - 40 weeks per year

An outstanding Preparatory School in Hammersmith are looking for a Finance & Purchasing Administrator to join their team.

As a Finance & Purchasing Administrator, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth financial operations a of the school, being responsible for all purchasing requirements as well as general administrative duties.

You will need to have previous experience in a busy environment, purchase ledger duties, processing orders, a high attention to detail and well organised.

Key Duties:

Placing all orders for goods and services ensuring that the best quality goods and prices are obtained.
Monitor and followup the orders to ensure deliveries are made on time.
Dealing with telephone queries from suppliers and staff regarding orders.
Ensure all goods received are fit for purpose and followup with suppliers regarding any damaged or faulty items, arranging for goods to be returned.
Maintain accurate supplier details in the purchase ledger and ensure any changes are recorded
Maintain a list of preferred suppliers
Reconcile invoices to purchases orders and input on to the accounting system
Reconcile supplier statements to the Purchase Ledger and respond queries from suppliers relating to payment dates of invoices.
Maintain stock control of whole school stationery requirements.
Prepare a monthly reconciliation of credit card statements.
Booking of transport for trips and sports games, training courses and renewal of subscriptions

Experience & Skills Required:

Experience in finance department within School or similar charity environment desirable
Word, Excel and using accounting packages
Experience of ordering supplies, raising Po's and purchase ledger
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
High attention to detail and an orderly approach to processing.
The ability to develop effective and productive working relationships at all levels.

Benefits: