Credit Control & Purchase Ledger Assistant

Pertemps; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Credit Control & Purchase Ledger Assistant to support finance operations in Plymouth. The role requires previous finance accounts experience and knowledge of credit control and purchase ledger, coupled with strong Excel skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, pension, and employee benefits. Apply now and be part of a business that values its workforce.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension & long service awards

Employee discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in finance/accounts is required.
• Knowledge of credit control & purchase ledger is essential.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support the AP Manager with processing invoices & credit notes.
• Reconcile supplier statements and prepare payments.
• Chase aged debtors & resolve financial queries.

Skills

Finance/accounts experience

Knowledge of credit control

Strong Excel skills

Excellent communication skills

Team skills

Education

AAT qualification or studying

Job description

Overview

Pertemps, on behalf of our client, is recruiting a Credit Control & Purchase Ledger Assistant to join a fast-growing, people-focused business in Plymouth.

Plymouth | Full-time, Permanent | Mon–Fri 08:45–17:30

The Role

You’ll support the AP Manager with purchase ledger and credit control tasks, ensuring invoices are processed, payments are made on time, and revenue opportunities are maximised. Key tasks include:

• Processing invoices & credit notes
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Preparing payments & month-end reporting
• Raising sales invoices & calculating rebates
• Chasing aged debtors & resolving queries

Requirements

• Previous finance/accounts experience
• Knowledge of credit control & purchase ledger
• Strong Excel skills & attention to detail
• Excellent communication & team skills
• AAT qualification or studying is a bonus

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary
• Pension & long service awards
• Employee discounts & cycle to work scheme
• Free parking

This is a temporary to permanent option. Salary to be discussed depending on experience.

Apply today and join a growing business that invests in its people! For more information, please contact Chelsea Goodman in the Pertemps Plymouth office.