Part Time Purchase Ledger

Confidential; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday

Bonsu Profit Share Scheme

Free Parking

Hybrid Working

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced and organised Part Time Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our finance team on a part-time basis, approx 24 hours per week, hybrid working.

You will own day-to-day purchase ledger, process invoices, reconcile suppliers, and support the wider finance team. The role emphasises accuracy, independence, and reliable administration.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchase ledgers or accounts payable is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with high accuracy.
• Ability to manage deadlines and stay organised.
• Good communication with suppliers by phone and email.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery docs where applicable.
• Complete supplier statement reconciliations.
• Respond to and resolve supplier queries by phone and email.
• Prepare supplier payments.

Skills

Purchase ledger

Accounts payable

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Supplier communication

Tools

Excel

Finance software

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced and organised Part Time Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their friendly finance team on a part-time basis, working approximately 24 hours per week.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys keeping things organised, takes pride in getting the details right and is looking for a stable, long-term role where they can become a valued and dependable member of the team.

You’ll take ownership of the day-to-day purchase ledger, ensuring invoices are processed accurately, suppliers are looked after and everything stays up to date and under control. We're looking for someone who is confident working independently and can get on with the job, while also being part of the wider finance team.

Benefits

• 31 days holiday
• Bonsu Profit Share Scheme
• Free Parking
• Hybrid Working

Duties of Purchase Ledger

• Processing purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery documentation where applicable
• Completing supplier statement reconciliations
• Responding to and resolving supplier queries by phone and email
• Preparing supplier payments
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date supplier records
• Monitoring outstanding invoices and resolving discrepancies
• Keeping the purchase ledger organised and fully up to date
• Providing general finance administration support to the wider finance team when required

Essential

• Previous hands-on experience in purchase ledger, accounts payable, finance administration or bookkeeping
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines
• Confidence communicating with suppliers by phone and email
• Experience using finance or accounting systems and Excel
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of your responsibilities
• A practical, straightforward approach and good communication skills
• A reliable and positive attitude

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.