Sheffield United Football Club have an exciting opportunity for a Purchase Ledger Administrator to join our Finance team, providing a professional administrative and advisory service to the employees and management within SUFC and any associated business in a timely and effective manner. The Purchase Ledger Administrator will take ownership of entering invoices, undertaking reconciliations, and collating month end reports.

The successful candidate should be process-driven with strong organisation and time management skills. We are looking for someone who has a passion for the role and ensuring an efficient transaction; someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Role Responsibilities:

Process purchase invoices accurately and efficiently to ensure timely payments.
Reconciling supplier statements.
Provide exceptional customer service by answering supplier calls and resolving their inquiries promptly.
Maintain files and electronic records.
Complete credit checks and set up new suppliers.
Complete account applications and direct debit forms.
Manage and maintain existing supplier records.
Perform routine calculations.
Collating and processing BACS run twice monthly.
Responsible for purchase ledger maintenance.
Collate month end reports across all companies for the Transactional Finance Manager (purchase ledger month end closing, unallocated cash, creditors, Purchase Orders outstanding/receipted/unauthorised).
Raising purchase orders for contracts.
Taking a pro-active role in managing costs.
Ad Hoc duties.

Club Wide Responsibilities

To adhere to all Sheffield United Football Club's Safeguarding Policies and Procedures to foster an environment which protects from harm those defined as children and adults at risk.
To report any concerns of a Safeguarding nature to the relevant parties and remain fully compliant with any applicable Safeguarding checks and due diligence and recognise your responsibility to the Club's Safeguarding agenda.
To report any concerns of discrimination to the relevant parties and promote a welcoming and inclusive club environment for all.
To adhere to the Club's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies, supporting the Club to create an environment which is inclusive and all-encompassing.

Essential Criteria for the Role:

Experience working in a Purchase Ledger or Finance role.
Basic mathematical skills.
Previous knowledge and use of Microsoft packages.
Excellent communication skills.
Attention to detail.
An organized, methodical approach to work.
A proactive can-do attitude.
A passion to learn and develop within the role.

Desirable Criteria for the Role:

Knowledge of Microsoft Great plains.
AAT Qualification or Equivalent.