Purchase Ledger Administrator

Sharp Consultancy; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonus scheme

Full training and ongoing support

Career development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Long-term career prospects

Finance experience

Employee retention

Job summary

Sharp Consultancy is recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business in Doncaster for a Junior Purchase Ledger Administrator. You will join the finance team, receive full training, and develop in a supportive environment with hybrid working.

You don't need prior purchase ledger experience; attitude and potential are valued. The role offers training, development, and a clear path into finance.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have excellent attention to detail and strong organisation.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and develop finance knowledge; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Processing and accurately entering supplier invoices
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery documentation
• Checking supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
• Assisting with supplier payments and account queries
• Maintaining accurate purchase ledger records
• Liaising with suppliers and internal departments
• Assisting with general finance and administration
• Learning and developing knowledge of accounting systems

Skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Team player

Good IT skills

Excel

Willingness to learn

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and successful manufacturing business based in Doncaster for a Junior Purchase Ledger Administrator to join their finance team.

We have worked closely with this business for many years, and they are a fantastic organisation to work with. They have an excellent reputation, low staff turnover and a strong track record of looking after and developing their employees.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to take their first step into a career in finance, with full training and support provided.

The Role

As a Junior Purchase Ledger Administrator, you will work alongside an experienced finance team and receive full training across a range of purchase ledger and finance administration duties.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing and accurately entering supplier invoices
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery documentation
• Checking supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
• Assisting with supplier payments and account queries
• Maintaining accurate purchase ledger records
• Liaising with suppliers and internal departments
• Assisting with general finance and administration
• Supporting the wider finance team
• Learning and developing your knowledge of accounting systems and processes

About You

We're looking for someone who is organised, reliable and keen to learn, with a genuine interest in developing a career within finance.

You don't necessarily need previous purchase ledger experience - attitude and potential are more important. Full training will be provided.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Excellent attention to detail
• Good organisational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel
• A positive and professional attitude
• The ability to work well as part of a team
• A willingness to learn and develop
• Previous administration, accounts or office experience would be beneficial but is not essential.

What's In It For You?

This is a great opportunity to join a stable and established manufacturing business that genuinely values its employees.

The company offers:

• Hybrid working
• Bonus scheme
• Full training and ongoing support
• Excellent opportunities for career development
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Long-term career prospects
• The opportunity to build valuable finance experience
• Excellent employee retention and a low staff turnover

Why This Business?

Having worked with this organisation for many years, we know them to be a great employer with a strong and supportive culture. They offer the stability of an established manufacturing business while still providing opportunities for their employees to develop and progress.

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can learn, build your finance career and become part of a business that values its people, this could be the perfect next step.