Hybrid Purchase Ledger & Management Accounts Assistant

Ashdown Group; Crackley; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashdown Group is recruiting a Purchase Ledger Assistant in a hybrid role (2 days from home, 3 days in the office). You will process invoices, manage the purchase ledger, and prepare creditor analysis while supporting VAT returns and supplier queries.

As you progress, you’ll assist with management accounts, journals, accruals and reconciliations, and participate in month-end and year-end close. You will work with a finance team to drive accuracy, develop budgeting and forecasting capabilities,

Qualifications

• Strong analytical mindset with good numerical ability.
• Solid finance knowledge and experience with ledgers and supplier payments.
• Clear communication and the ability to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues.
• Collaborative team player who can work independently when needed.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices and supplier payments accurately.
• Review the purchase ledger and prepare monthly creditor analysis.
• Reconcile company credit cards and process foreign supplier payments.
• Liaise with suppliers to resolve queries and support VAT returns.

Skills

Analytical skills

Finance experience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing CIMA/ACCA

Job description

Ashdown Group is recruiting a Purchase Ledger Assistant in a hybrid role (2 days from home, 3 days in the office). You will process invoices, manage the purchase ledger, and prepare creditor analysis while supporting VAT returns and supplier queries.

As you progress, you’ll assist with management accounts, journals, accruals and reconciliations, and participate in month-end and year-end close. You will work with a finance team to drive accuracy, develop budgeting and forecasting capabilities,