The person who oversees inventory, shipments and receivables is known as a purchase ledger clerk. These individuals are important in a company because they ensure that the products get where they need to be on time. Every business in wholesale, retail and manufacturing employs these vital clerks
As supervisors of a company’s inventory, these people must stay on top of every aspect of production shipment. They are also a key link with the accounts payable and accounting departments, ensuring financial statements are released on time and vendor reports are accurate
When customers have problems with delivery or shipment, the ledger clerk looks into the issue and comes up with a solution. A high school education is often all that is needed to gain an entry-level position in this field, though a degree in a business-related field is also very useful
Anyone with a high level of organisation and the ability to multitask will do well at this job. Basic maths and communication skills are also helpful, as is a working knowledge of computer programmes. Salaries start out at around £16,000 and increase with experience.