Role Overview
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-focused Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a well-established finance team within a business that is committed to supporting employee development and continuous improvement. Reporting directly to the Management Accountant, the successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate accounts payable records, processing supplier invoices, and supporting the smooth running of the finance function.
Our client is keen to appoint an individual with the right attitude, adaptability, and long-term potential to develop within the organisation. This role would suit someone who is open to learning, receptive to training and guidance, and motivated to contribute positively to the finance team. The successful candidate will also be encouraged to bring ideas and perspectives that support process improvement, effective systems use, and ongoing professional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Process supplier invoices accurately and within the correct accounting period, ensuring appropriate authorisation is obtained prior to payment
- Ensure all proforma payments are supported by corresponding invoices entered onto the accounting system before month-end close
- Prepare and process weekly and monthly supplier payment runs
- Maintain and update supplier banking details within the accounting and banking systems
- Complete monthly supplier statement reconciliations to ensure ledger accuracy
- Prepare and maintain the monthly Goods in Transit report
- Maintain purchase orders and process supplier returns where required
- Assist with additional finance department duties as required
- Review and update finance process documentation to ensure procedures remain current, compliant, and effective
- Open, distribute, and manage incoming company mail
- Support continuous improvement within the accounts payable function, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and use of systems
- Contribute ideas and perspectives to support the ongoing development of finance processes and best practice
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience within a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, or finance administration role
- Strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a wider finance team
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage workload effectively
- Good systems knowledge with strong IT skills and a willingness to use technology effectively
- Experience using Sage 200 is desirable
- Proactive approach with a willingness to learn, take ownership, and develop professionally
- Ability to suggest improvements and support positive change within the finance function
- Commitment to contributing to the role and wider organisation over the longer term
Offering
- Salary £28,000 – £31,500 per annum
- Full-time, permanent position
- 37.75 hours per week
- Working hours: Monday to Thursday 8:15am – 5:00pm, Friday 8:15am – 1:00pm
- Hybrid working available following successful completion of a six-month training period (2 days per week working from home)
- Annual bonus opportunity of up to 10%, subject to company performance
- 25 days annual leave plus 9 public holidays
- Life Assurance scheme (3 x annual salary)
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme with 4% employer contribution
- Supportive working environment with opportunities for training, development, and progression
- Opportunity to contribute ideas, support process improvements, and develop within an established finance function
