Purchase ledger

Nxtgen Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known local business in Great Yarmouth is seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk to ensure smooth accounts payable operations. This role is ideal for someone with purchase ledger experience and strong Excel skills. The position offers growth potential and a competitive benefits package within a supportive team environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and have great attention to detail, this might be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a purchase ledger or accounts payable role is required.
• Confidence working with finance systems and Excel is essential.
• Ability to work well under pressure and a proactive attitude are important.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and on time.
• Match, batch, and code invoices for clarity.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare payment runs and ensure timely supplier payments.
• Handle supplier queries and build strong working relationships.
• Support wider finance team with month-end processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Job description

Overview

NXTGEN are pleased to be working with a well-known local business, based in the heart of Great Yarmouth, who pride themselves on their people-first culture and are now seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, has great attention to detail, and wants to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking business. As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the accounts payable function.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices in a timely and accurate manner
• Matching, batching, and coding invoices
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies
• Preparing payment runs and ensuring suppliers are paid on time
• Handling supplier queries and building strong working relationships
• Supporting the wider finance team with month-end processes

Requirements

The successful candidate will have previous experience within a purchase ledger or accounts payable role and will be confident working with finance systems and Excel. Strong organisational skills and the ability to work well under pressure are key, as is a proactive attitude and the confidence to communicate effectively with both colleagues and suppliers.

Benefits and Salary

This role offers fantastic development potential within a growing organisation, alongside a competitive benefits package. If you are looking for your next step in finance and want to join a business that truly values its people, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Salary: DOE