Purchase Ledger

Orion Electrotech; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Health cash plan

31 days annual leave

Job summary

Orion Electrotech in Birmingham is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join a busy finance team. You will ensure supplier invoices are processed accurately and paid on time, supporting day-to-day ledger operations.

The role requires experience in purchase ledger or accounts payable, strong Excel skills, and a keen eye for detail. It offers 37.5 hours per week, five days, with four days onsite and one day from home.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, or Finance Admin role.
• Proficient with Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Exceptional numeracy and attention to detail.
• Strong time-management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately using the finance system.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes.
• Manage supplier payment runs (weekly, monthly, ad hoc).
• Allocate payments and maintain ledgers.
• Post daily bank transactions.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Produce creditor reports for management.
• Support month-end close and ledger activities.
• Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and procedures.

Skills

Purchase Ledger

Accounts Payable

Time Management

Numerical Ability

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Customer Focus

Team Player

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Purchase Ledger Assistant

Birmingham (4 days onsite, 1 day from home)

Full Time Permanent 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm)

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys keeping things organised, accurate, and running smoothly? We're looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join a busy and supportive finance team where you'll play a vital role in ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with purchase ledger or accounts payable experience who is looking to develop their career within a growing business that values accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Be Doing

As Purchase Ledger Assistant, you'll be responsible for the smooth day-to-day operation of the purchase ledger function, ensuring supplier invoices are processed efficiently and financial records remain accurate.

• Processing supplier invoices accurately using the company's finance system.
• Matching invoices to approved purchase orders and goods received records.
• Managing supplier payment runs, including weekly, monthly, and ad hoc payments.
• Allocating payments and maintaining accurate purchase ledger records.
• Posting daily bank transactions.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
• Building positive relationships with suppliers and internal teams to resolve queries quickly.
• Producing creditor reports for management.
• Supporting month-end processes and ledger close-down activities.
• Assisting with process improvements and finance system enhancements.
• Ensuring compliance with internal financial controls and company procedures.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a proactive and organised individual who can manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, or Finance Administration role.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent numerical ability and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and suppliers.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high standards.
• Positive, adaptable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• 31 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays.
• Additional holiday entitlement with long service.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Health cash plan.
• Employee perks and wellbeing benefits.
• On-site parking.
• A supportive environment with opportunities for development and progression.