Purchase ledger administrator

JobMatcha; Widnes; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS check available

Job summary

JobMatcha in Widnes is recruiting a Purchase Ledger Administrator to join a busy finance team on an initial 3-month contract with potential extension. Based at Ditton Road, the role offers 37.5 hours per week and an immediate start.

You will process supplier invoices in SAP, match to GRNs, reconcile statements, chase outstanding queries, and liaise with sites and the Plant Hire Desk to resolve discrepancies, ensuring accurate ledger records.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, or Finance Administration role.
• Experience using SAP or a similar finance system would be advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent numerical accuracy.
• Good communication skills with the ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively to deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase ledger invoices through the SAP system.
• Match supplier invoices to Goods Received Notes (GRNs).
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Resolve supplier queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Chase sites for outstanding GRNs where applicable.
• Follow up invoice-related queries with operational sites and the accounts team.
• Liaise with the Plant Hire Desk to resolve invoice disputes and discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records and support smooth running of the purchase ledger.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Communication

Time management

Tools

SAP

MS Office

MS Excel

Job description

Purchase Ledger Administrator – Immediate Start

Location: Ditton Road, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 0PG

Contract: 3 Months Initially (Potential Extension)

Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week

Start Time: 08:00 AM

Start Date: ASAP

DBS Requirement: Basic DBS required (can be provided for successful candidates)

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Administrator to join a busy finance team based in Widnes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced purchase ledger professional looking for an immediate start on an initial 3-month contract, with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase ledger invoices through the Connect SAP system.
• Matching supplier invoices to Goods Received Notes (GRNs).
• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating any discrepancies.
• Managing and resolving supplier queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Chasing sites for outstanding GRNs where applicable.
• Following up invoice-related queries with operational sites and the accounts team.
• Liaising with the Plant Hire Desk to resolve invoice disputes and discrepancies.
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting the smooth running of the purchase ledger function.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, or Finance Administration role.
• Experience using SAP or a similar finance system would be advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent numerical accuracy.
• Good communication skills with the ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively to deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

What's on Offer?

• Immediate start available.
• Initial 3-month contract with the potential for extension.
• Full-time hours (37.5 hours per week).
• Basic DBS can be arranged for successful candidates.
• Opportunity to gain experience within a well-established organisation.

If you have purchase ledger experience and are available to start at short notice, we'd love to hear from you