Faith Ellis
@faithellis
Purchase Ledger and finance systems specialist improving AP processes through ERP implementation and payment operations.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Finance Systems / Purchase Ledger Specialist with 8+ years’ experience delivering ERP implementation (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central), AP process improvement, and payment operations across multi-system environments. I focus on streamlining processes and strengthening multi-system financial management.
I’ve managed end-to-end purchase ledger activity, including invoice processing, bank reconciliation, general ledger posting, and month-end closing. I support BACS/CHAPS payment runs (including foreign currency payments), handle supplier statements and cash reconciliation, and work with KYC and supplier vetting to uphold financial controls and compliance.
In ERP transition work, I’ve supported selection, testing (UAT), data migration, and go-live—helping align AP processes with business requirements and improving system adoption. I’ve also built and tested finance functionality within Business Central to ensure the purchase ledger process fit the company’s needs, while maintaining parallel system accuracy during cutover.
I bring a practical, service-focused mindset: I resolve supplier disputes efficiently, manage shared finance inboxes, and deliver user training on ERP updates and finance best practices. I also provide audit support and document management, using advanced Excel and KPI reporting to bring clarity to performance and improve decision-making.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Finance Assistant
Current Employer
Apr 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Managed a 250+ supplier portfolio by improving invoice dispute resolution and statement control. Audited supplier statements, handled KYC and supplier vetting, and monitored supplier rebates to maximise financial returns.
Purchase Ledger Administrator
R O S P A
Mar 2023 - Mar 2025 (2 years)
Processed purchase ledger invoices and ran full payments including BACS, CHAPS, and foreign currency payments. Supported Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP implementation activities, parallel system management during transition, and finance training for adoption.
Purchase Ledger Assistant
Roger Hannah
Jan 2022 - Mar 2023 (1 year 2 months)
Managed utility accounts for a portfolio of 200+ properties, including account setup, transfers, and closures. Processed invoices, reconciled supplier statements, liaised with utility providers to resolve billing discrepancies, and prepared monthly P&L reports for client accountants.
Finance Assistant
RMD Kwikform
Sep 2018 - Dec 2021 (3 years 3 months)
Processed an average of 1,000 invoices monthly for payment and maintained accurate filing for orders, invoices, and supplier statements. Completed cashbook reviews, bank reconciliations, maintained the general ledger, built KPI dashboards in advanced Excel, and completed wages reconciliation with postings to the general ledger.
Commercial Business Apprentice
Interserve
Sep 2017 - Sep 2018 (1 year)
Rotated across multiple business functions, including purchase ledger, credit control, HR, health & safety, customer service, and reception. Processed invoices, supported credit control and payment collection, prepared board reports from business data, and helped review/update company policies for compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Solvo Vir
AAT Level 2 & Level 3, Accounting (AAT)
2019 - 2020
Completed AAT Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications during 2019–2020.
Interserve
Apprenticeship (City & Guilds), Business Administration
2017 - 2018
Completed an Apprenticeship in Business Administration (City & Guilds) at Interserve.
George Salter Academy
A-Levels, Accounting, Business & Geography
2015 - 2017
Studied A-Levels in Accounting, Business, and Geography.
Our Lady & St Chad's Catholic Academy
GCSEs, General Education (GCSEs)
2013 - 2015
Completed GCSEs including Mathematics, English, Spanish, Double Science, Geography, PE, and Religious Education.
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