Unilabs is searching for an experienced Purchase Ledger & Credit Control professional to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the purchase ledger, ensuring the timely processing of invoices, and managing the credit control process effectively. This position will play a vital role in managing financial processes and ensuring fiscal responsibility during the maternity cover period.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• At least 3 years of experience in purchase ledger and credit control.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

• Process and maintain the purchase ledger, ensuring accuracy in data entry and invoice processing.
• Coordinate payments to suppliers and manage payment queries.
• Perform reconciliation of purchase ledger accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Manage the credit control process, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts.
• Build relationships with Clients to enable timely collection of invoices.
• Investigation of invoice queries for both Client and Patient/Insurance Companies.
• Monitoring and reconciling of unallocated cash.
• Support the month-end close activities, providing relevant data and analysis as required.
• Maintain effective filing systems to ensure all documentation is up-to-date and accessible.