Hybrid Accounts Payable Assistant - Purchase Ledger

Medlock Partners, incorporated; Wigan; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Medlock Partners is seeking an Accounts Assistant – Purchase Ledger in Wigan. This hands-on role processes purchase invoices, supplier payments and related expenses, acting as a key contact for supplier queries. The candidate should be organised, detail-focused and proactive.

The position offers an office base with the option of 1 day from home, supporting a growing finance team and contributing to accurate financial records and timely settlements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a purchase ledger, accounts payable or wider finance administration role.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with invoices, supplier statements and payment processes.
• Confident using finance systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices accurately and efficiently through the finance system.
• Code invoices to the correct nominal account and project.
• Match invoices with purchase orders and supporting docs.
• Process company expenses and commission payments promptly.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain supplier records and set up new accounts.
• Process weekly supplier and employee expense payments.
• Ensure payments are made within agreed terms.
• Respond to supplier and internal queries professionally and timely.
• Ensure all documentation and approvals are in place before payments.
• Maintain accurate financial records and data entry in the system.
• Support the wider finance team with billing and admin as required.
• Assist with resolving billing queries and process improvements.

Skills

Purchase ledger experience

Attention to detail

Organised

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Medlock Partners is seeking an Accounts Assistant – Purchase Ledger in Wigan. This hands-on role processes purchase invoices, supplier payments and related expenses, acting as a key contact for supplier queries. The candidate should be organised, detail-focused and proactive.

The position offers an office base with the option of 1 day from home, supporting a growing finance team and contributing to accurate financial records and timely settlements.