Purchase Ledger Administrator

Morgan McKinley; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is seeking a meticulous Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy finance team in Gloucestershire. The role offers a permanent, full-time position in-office with no hybrid pattern, and a salary in the £30,000–£33,000 range.

You will process supplier invoices, reconcile accounts and support the payments cycle while maintaining strong supplier relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role.
• Good understanding of invoice processing and supplier reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Confident communication with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proficient IT skills including Excel and finance systems.

Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices with accuracy and correct coding.
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Preparing and processing supplier payment runs.
• Handling supplier queries and maintaining relationships.
• Managing the purchase ledger inbox and ensuring timely processing.
• Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties.

Skills

Purchase ledger

Accounts payable

Invoice processing

Supplier reconciliations

Deadline management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Finance systems

Job description

Purchase Ledger Clerk

Location: Gloucestershire
Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent | Full-time | Office based, no hybrid working pattern

We are looking for an organised and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy finance team in Gloucestershire. This is a great opportunity for someone with previous purchase ledger or accounts payable experience looking to join a supportive and established business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and correct coding.

• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes.

• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice discrepancies.

• Preparing and processing supplier payment runs.

• Handling supplier queries and maintaining strong working relationships.

• Managing the purchase ledger inbox and ensuring invoices are processed promptly.

• Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties when required.

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience (at least 3 years) in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role.

• Good understanding of invoice processing and supplier reconciliations.

• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.

• Confident communication skills, particularly when dealing with suppliers.

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and experience using finance systems.

• Ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines in a busy finance environment.

What's on Offer:

• Salary of £30,000 - £33,000.

• Permanent, full-time opportunity.

• Opportunity to join an established finance team.

• Supportive working environment and opportunities to develop.