Purchase Ledger Administrator (18 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Grosvenor; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial services company is looking for a Purchase Ledger team member to ensure efficient processing of supplier invoices and payment management. Candidates should ideally have prior finance experience with a strong focus on detail and problem-solving abilities. This role involves collaborative work within teams and responding to supplier queries, contributing to a hybrid working environment. This opportunity is a fixed-term position lasting 18 months.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Purchase Ledger or finance-related role preferred.
• High level of attention to detail and ability to problem solve.
• Ability to balance high volume and high accuracy in processing.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices through the ledger system ensuring timely payment.
• Manage payment runs and resolve supplier queries efficiently.
• Review suspense accounts and internal workflows closely.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Positive attitude

Job description

Purpose of role

This role sits within the Purchase Ledger Team which forms part of the wider Operational Finance Team and delivers a shared finance service across the Grosvenor business. The purpose of the role is to provide an accurate, efficient and reliable purchase ledger payment and reporting service that supports both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

As part of the role you will be responsible for processing supplier invoices through the purchase ledger system ensuring workflows are reviewed progressed and cleared down in a timely manner to meet payment deadlines. You will also play a key role in progressing and managing payment runs ensuring payments are prepared reviewed and released accurately and on time in line with internal controls and approval processes.

The role involves regular interaction with teams across the business providing exposure to different operational areas and the opportunity to build strong working relationships. You will work closely with experienced finance professionals develop your technical skills and contribute to the continuous improvement of purchase ledger processes within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key responsibilities

• Initial validation of invoices received
• Processing and monitoring of VoyagerP2P workflows
• Reconciling supplier statements and reminders
• Overseeing and submitting weekly payment runs
• Reviewing suspense accounts
• Investigating supplier and business queries through email and telephone

Follow team processes

Work closely with the rest of the Purchase Ledger Team. Monitor all lines of communication with the business and external suppliers closely and respond in a timely manner.

Key relationships in this role are : the Finance team, Grosvenor staff using the P2P system, all suppliers and Grosvenor procurement team.

Key requirements

• Preferably experience in Purchase Ledger or other Finance based role
• High level of attention to detail and ability to problem solve
• Ability to balance high volume and high accuracy processing
• Positive and pro‑active attitude and a willingness to help the team and take direction
• Approachable and friendly persona

The successful candidate must be aligned with the Business Principles of :

• There is only one team at Grosvenor
• We go out of our way to build long term straight forward relationships
• We focus on financial sustainability as the guarantee of future success
• We always deliver on our commitments
• We are rigorous, thorough and efficient
• We act responsibly and deliver a positive impact on the communities we serve
• We know flexibility is important and take a hybrid approach to working - please contact us for further details.

Grosvenor is proud to be a Disability Confident and Committed employer. If you would like to speak with us for more detail please contact. We want you to have every opportunity to show us your strengths. There are adjustments available for our process please contact us to discuss.

18 month fixed term opportunity.