Purchase Ledger - Altrincham (Part-Time 3days pw) 21hours

Confidential; Altrincham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday (pro rata)

Hybrid work arrangement

Employer pension contribution

Free parking

Death in service benefit

Full training

Wellbeing support

Professional development

Friendly environment

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Assistant to join a small, friendly finance team. The role covers end-to-end purchase ledger tasks and broader accounts support in a collaborative environment that values accuracy and strong supplier relationships.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, maintaining supplier details, preparing payments, and assisting with month-end tasks. The role offers hybrid working, 21 hours per week, and a competitive pro rata salary.

Qualifications

• Experience in Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable.
• Experience in a professional services or legal environment is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication with suppliers and colleagues.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Process and code supplier invoices with approvals and supporting docs.
• Match invoices to purchase orders where applicable.
• Maintain supplier information and set up new supplier records.
• Check VAT details for new suppliers and maintain records.
• Manage the purchase ledger inbox and respond to queries.

Skills

Purchase Ledger

Accounts Payable

Finance Assistant

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

An established professional services organisation is looking to appoint an experienced Purchase Ledger Assistant to join its friendly and supportive finance team. This is a varied position that will take ownership of key purchase ledger activities while also providing wider support across the accounts function. This would be an excellent opportunity for someone with previous Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable experience who enjoys working in a hands-on role and is looking to join a collaborative business where accuracy, organisation and good supplier relationships are important.

Working as part of a small Accounts team, you will be responsible for the accurate processing and maintenance of the purchase ledger, ensuring invoices and payments are managed efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing and coding supplier invoices, ensuring the correct approvals and supporting documentation are in place
• Matching invoices against purchase orders where required
• Maintaining accurate supplier information and setting up new supplier records
• Checking VAT registration details for new suppliers
• Managing the purchase ledger inbox and responding to queries
• Preparing and processing supplier payment runs
• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating any discrepancies
• Monitoring payment dates to ensure suppliers are paid within agreed timescales
• Processing petty cash and company credit card transactions
• Handling property-related disbursements, including Land Registry, Companies House, search provider and other third-party costs
• Supporting with the processing and review of employee expenses
• Completing regular purchase ledger reconciliations
• Assisting with month-end and year-end activities
• Providing supporting information for audit requirements
• Supporting the Accounts team with general finance and administrative duties
• Contributing to improvements across finance processes, controls and reporting

What you'll need to succeed

You will ideally have previous experience working within a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or Finance Assistant position, preferably gained within a law firm or professional services environment, however we will consider all experienced applicants. You should have strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Good communication skills are important, as the position involves regular interaction with suppliers and colleagues throughout the business.

Previous work experience within a legal environment would be advantageous but not essential.

Experience using legal accounting systems would be advantageous, alongside a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

You will be a reliable, approachable and methodical individual who is comfortable working independently as well as contributing to a close-knit team.

A professional and confidential approach when dealing with financial information is essential.

What you'll get in return

you will receive a competitive salary dependent on experience (£30-£33,000 pro rata per annum), together with a strong benefits package including:

• Holiday entitlement 25days pro rata +BH
• Hours - 21hours per week over 3 days. Hybrid 2days in the office and 1 day working from home
• Hours of work 9am-5pm
• Employer pension contribution
• Free car parking
• Death in service benefit at four times salary
• Full training
• Employee wellbeing support
• Professional development opportunities
• A friendly and supportive working environment
• Opportunities to work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business