Finance Assistant: Purchase Ledger

Finance Assistant: Purchase Ledger Filleigh, North Devon- Hybrid Competitive + Benefits WHO ARE WE? MISSION Group is a collective of specialist agencies delivering marketing, communications and digital services for Clients across the UK and internationally. The Group combines deep sector expertise with connected capabilities across brand, digital, customer engagement, sponsorship, media, social, technology and communications. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Purchase Ledger Assistant, you will be a part of a team of seven using our bespoke system to record purchase orders, invoices and expenses. Assisting with cash management and bank reconciliation. Key Responsibilities: Distributing supplier invoices for authorisation using our bespoke system Coding and processing supplier invoices Staff expense claim processing Ensuring internal controls have been adhered to and that VAT is correctly accounted for Reconciling supplier statements and expense accounts Investigating and resolving discrepancies, including working with Client Service teams and suppliers when needed ABOUT THE PERSON: You will need to have previous experience of working within a finance team and therefore will possess an excellent working knowledge of all MS programmes especially Excel and Word. Communication is key in this role, and you will need to be able to confidently communicate with and write to colleagues of all levels. You will need to possess a keen eye for detail, being able to process transactions in a timely and accurate manner. Ideally you will have had exposure to Sage 200 and hold your AAT up to level 3, however if this is not essential and training will be provided where needed. AND IN RETURN… This is a great opportunity to join a progressive business. You will have autonomy to get the job done, with as much support as you need, when you need it. Generous Holiday Allowance – Start with 25 days of annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) and watch it grow to 29 days after just 2 years with us. Future-Proof Pension – Enjoy peace of mind with our company pension scheme, boosted by enhanced employer contributions after your first year. Health & Wellbeing Support – Access our Medical Cash Plan with contributions towards dental, optical, physio and more, plus an employee assistance programme. Drive the Future – Take advantage of our Electric Car Purchase Scheme via salary sacrifice. Exclusive Discounts – Unlock a huge range of savings on shopping, gyms, travel and more with our Employee Discount Platform. Travel Perks – Benefit from a UTC Travel membership. Learn & Grow – Outstanding training and career progression opportunities, with access to LinkedIn Learning and The Mission Group’s LMS. Own a Piece of the Mission – Join our Share Purchase Scheme and invest in our collective success. Work Hard, Play Hard – Enjoy regular staff socials and team events. Festive Bonus Time – Company-wide Christmas closure (just 4 days taken from…