Group Accounts Assistant (Purchase Ledger)

hireful; Ewell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent farming organization is seeking a Group Accounts Assistant (Purchase Ledger) to manage the purchase ledger and support the finance team. The ideal candidate will have experience in purchase ledger activities and a keen eye for detail. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous holiday allowances and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Company funded health Cashplan

Performance-related pay

Competitive Pension and Life assurance

Discounts on a range of services and products

Qualifications

• Keen eye for detail and methodical approach to financial processes.
• Experience in purchase ledger activities and reconciling supplier statements.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchase ledger and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure timely payments and accurate reconciliations.
• Support the finance team in delivering high-quality service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Purchase ledger experience

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Job description

Overview

Group Accounts Assistant (Purchase Ledger)

Salary: c. £25,000 (Dependant on Skills and Experience)
Location: Stoneleigh, Warwickshire
Working Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent

The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) is the biggest farming organisation in the UK. We're proud to make a difference for all our members, by shaping attitudes towards British farming and leading the charge on a range of major issues, from climate change and food standards to rural crime and broadband rollout.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchase ledger, validate invoices and credit notes, and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and service providers.
• Ensure timely payments and accurate reconciliations to uphold the integrity of financial systems.
• Support the wider finance team in delivering a high-quality service through attention to detail and proactive appraisal of processes.

What you’ll bring

• Keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to financial processes with a commitment to accuracy.
• Experience in purchase ledger activities, processing transactions, reconciling supplier statements, and resolving queries efficiently.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team, communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, and manage competing priorities.
• Proactive mindset, strong organisational skills, and willingness to support wider finance tasks.

Why choose us?

Join us and you’ll find an organisation that encourages and enables you to achieve your full potential. In return you will be rewarded with a full range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance (starting at 25 days a year + Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days with length of service), plus 1 annual Christmas company day
• Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave
• Company funded health Cashplan
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Performance-related pay
• Competitive Pension and Life assurance
• Access to interest-free loans for cars, bikes, season tickets and driving lessons
• Employee Assistance program to help you deal with life’s challenges
• Discounts on a range of new vehicles, holiday rentals, wellbeing and lifestyle and many more
• Attractive, modern office, with on-site restaurant and free parking

Who we are

Every day, we're the voice of around 44,000 British farmers and growers who produce food, making sure their concerns are heard at the heart of government both online and locally. This means developing strong relationships with everyone from NFU colleagues to government ministers. So, as well as having a high profile in both the media and Westminster, we work with and support local members through a network of regional and county offices across England and Wales.

Finance

The Finance Department plays a critical role in supporting the NFU’s financial health and operational efficiency. It is responsible for managing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing insightful reporting to aid strategic decision-making. The team works collaboratively across departments to ensure timely processing of payments, effective budget management, and robust financial controls. By delivering reliable financial services and guidance, the department helps drive accountability, transparency, and long-term sustainability across the organisation.

Join us

We’re committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce. We’ll support you by providing you with extensive learning and development opportunities and build a career that balances your professional ambitions with your personal commitments including discussions around agile and flexible work options.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If we decide we've found the right person for the role, we reserve the right to withdraw this advert and close applications before the closing date.

You may also have experience in the following: Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator, Finance Officer, Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Accounts Payable Assistant, Assistant Accountant, AAT, Purchase Ledger Clerk, etc.