Purchase Ledger

Gleeson Recruitment Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk. The role involves the end-to-end purchase ledger process, requires attention to detail, and offers opportunities for progression within finance. Join a friendly team in a stable working environment and enjoy a hands-on role with autonomy.

Benefits

Stable, long-standing team environment

Opportunities for progression within finance

On-site parking

Varied hands-on role

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger/accounts payable role.
• Confident using Excel and finance systems.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Dealing with supplier queries and maintaining strong relationships.
• Assisting with month-end tasks including accruals and reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

Excel

Finance systems

Job description

Purchase Ledger - Birmingham (Office-Based)

A well-established manufacturing business in Birmingham is looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance team. This role has come about due to an internal promotion and will see you taking responsibility for the end-to-end purchase ledger process from inputting invoices to supplier payments and reconciliations.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong transactional experience who enjoys a steady, hands-on role. The team is friendly and long-standing, and the business offers a stable working environment with opportunities to get involved in wider finance support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching, batching and coding invoices
• Dealing with supplier queries and maintaining strong relationships
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
• Preparing and processing weekly/monthly payment runs
• Assisting with month-end tasks including accruals and reports
• Supporting the wider finance team with administrative duties
• Keeping systems up to date and maintaining accurate records

Candidate Attributes and Skills:

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger/accounts payable role
• Confident using Excel and finance systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills and team player attitude

Benefits:

• Stable, long-standing team environment
• Opportunities for progression within finance
• On-site parking and accessible location
• A varied, hands-on role with autonomy

Apply now if this is a role you are interested in!

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