Purchase Ledger Administrator

Charles Hurst Group Ltd; Belfast; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer seeks a Purchase Ledger Administrator for their Belfast office. The role involves maintaining purchase ledgers, processing payments, and liaising with management and customers. Ideal for individuals with an accounts background eager to develop their skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Car Schemes

Enhanced Holidays

Critical Illness Cover

Life Assurance

24/7 Health Support

Enhanced Parental Leave

Potential for Company Cars and Bonuses

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate has accounts experience and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to build relationships and work under pressure is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain purchase ledger and reconcile supplier accounts.
• Ensure timely processing of essential documentation and payments.
• Assist with month-end purchase ledger close-down.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Computer Literacy

Work Under Pressure

Education

Background in Accounts

Job description

Location: Charles Hurst Head Office, Boucher Road

Working Hours: Monday - Friday 08:45- 17:00

Salary: £23,100- £26,250 per annum (depending on experience)

Charles Hurst has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual with a passion for organisation to join our team as a Purchase Ledger Administrator based at our Head Office on Boucher Road. You will work alongside a team of administrators, providing a great opportunity to learn and develop within a dynamic and supportive environment.

This role reports to John Carson, Head Office Accountant, who has extensive experience at Charles Hurst. John will share their knowledge to help you develop your skills and build a career in the automotive industry. You will also have a supportive team to assist you along the way. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in accounts and eager to grow within Northern Ireland’s leading automotive retailer.

Our Administrators are crucial within our Accounting department; they ensure that essential documentation is processed timely and accurately. Building strong relationships with internal management and external customers, and working efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines, are key to success in this role.

• Maintaining the company’s purchase ledger
• Reconciling supplier accounts with statements and processing payments
• Ensuring all documents are processed accurately and on time
• Liaising with management and external customers
• Assisting with month-end purchase ledger close-down

The ideal candidate will have a background in an accounts function and demonstrate excellent computer literacy. Experience within the motor industry is a plus but not essential. Strong organisational skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work under pressure are essential to build lasting relationships and meet deadlines.

If your skills and experience align with our requirements, please apply today. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.

About Us

Lookers/Charles Hurst is one of the UK's top three motor vehicle retailers, representing 32 manufacturers with over 150 franchised dealerships across the UK & Ireland. We value our employees' hard work, flexibility, and commitment, offering an industry-leading benefits package including competitive salaries, enhanced holidays, car schemes, critical illness cover, life assurance, 24/7 health support, enhanced parental leave, and potential for company cars and bonuses.

We invest in our people through manufacturer-specific training and celebrate success with our annual Lookers Excellence Awards. Join us and be part of a supportive, inclusive environment where you can reach your full potential.

Charles Hurst is an equal opportunities employer committed to a discrimination-free workplace where everyone can thrive.