Purchase Ledger

Remarkable Jobs; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing finance company in Blackburn is looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to manage supplier invoices and maintain ledgers. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience and strong knowledge of Sage 50 and Excel. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a company bonus scheme and structured career progression.

Benefits

Company bonus scheme

Pension plan

Free on-site parking

Structured career progression

Office-based schedule

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of purchase ledger or accounts payable experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple ledgers and maintain a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of purchase ledger invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain the purchase ledger by recording all supplier transactions.
• Reconcile supplier statements and follow up on discrepancies.

Skills

Purchase ledger management

Sage 50

Microsoft Excel

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Certificate of Higher Education in finance-related field

Tools

Sage 50

Excel

Job description

Purchase Ledger Clerk

Location: Blackburn

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Excellent Benefits

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (Office-based)

Work Location: In person

Full time / Permanent

Remarkable Jobs are recruiting on behalf of a rapidly growing business within the property and retail space management sector. With a strong UK presence and a reputation for delivering innovative and coordinated solutions, they operate a portfolio of high-profile retail sites. This is an exciting time to join, as the company is undergoing significant growth and offers outstanding long-term career progression for ambitious professionals.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-driven Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their dynamic finance team at their Blackburn office.

Purchase Ledger Clerk Role:

As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will play a key role in the company's finance department. You will be responsible for end-to-end purchase ledger duties including managing supplier invoices, maintaining ledgers, and ensuring timely payments. This is a hands‑on role reporting directly to the Finance Director.

Purchase Ledger Clerk Key Responsibilities:

• Process high volumes of purchase ledger invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain the purchase ledger by recording all supplier transactions in a timely and precise manner.
• Reconcile supplier statements and follow up on any queries or discrepancies.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and generate internal finance reports.
• Use Sage 50 and Excel for purchase ledger management and reporting.
• Support the wider finance team with general administrative tasks as required.

What They Are Looking For:

Essential:

• Minimum 3 years of purchase ledger or accounts payable experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple ledgers and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.

Desirable:

• Background in comemrcial property sectors.
• Certificate of Higher Education in a finance-related field.

Key Attributes:

• Dependable, motivated, and detail-focused.
• Able to thrive in a fast‑paced and evolving work environment.
• Strong communication skills and a team player attitude.

Benefits Include:

• Company bonus scheme
• Pension plan
• Free on‑site parking
• Structured career progression and internal opportunities
• Office‑based, Monday to Friday schedule (no weekends)

If you're ready to take the next step in your purchase ledger career and want to be part of a growing, supportive company - we'd love to hear from you.