Job Description

Company Profile:

Tom Hixson of Smithfield is the home of the finest wholesale gourmet produce, which we carefully source from Britain and around the world. We have helped create special dining moments since 1963. Our success has been built on our ability to source fabulous new products for our clients. From Michelin star chefs to passionate home cooks.

For over 50 years Tom Hixson of Smithfield has operated within the historic setting of Smithfield market. In addition to selling directly to customers visiting the market, we also deliver to businesses across the UK and have a rapidly growing website selling direct to consumers.

Job Overview:

We are offering an enthusiastic, hard-working individual the opportunity to join our Finance team. The core responsibility of this role will be to manage the day to day processing and control of the purchase ledger.

The chosen candidate will need to be diligent in their work and capable of managing the varied tasks involved in the role. A team player, who can manage their time effectively to ensure essential tasks are completed. As part of a small company working well with colleagues throughout the business is essential.

The role is suitable for someone who has prior experience in a similar role or having worked in a finance team is looking to progress.

Key Responsibilities:

· Ensuring all routine purchase ledger tasks are completed accurately and in a timely fashion

· Purchase ledger tasks include:

o Processing goods receipts and purchase orders

o Supplier invoice & credit note processing

o Investigating queries and liaising with suppliers

o Processing bank payments

o Preparation and distribution of routine reports

· Reporting to the Finance Manager

· Various adhoc duties as required

Required Skills & Traits:

· Quick learner

· Versatile

· Enthusiastic

· Hard working

· Team orientated

· Computer proficiency

· Excel proficiency

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £22,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• purchase ledger: 2 years (Preferred)

Work remotely:

• No

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities