Purchase Ledger Analyst (Temp) - Flexible & Precise

Michael Page Finance; Knottingley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page Finance is seeking a detail-focused Purchase Ledger professional for a temporary role in Knottingley. You will manage day-to-day processing of supplier invoices, reconcile statements, and prepare payments to ensure smooth operations in the industrial and manufacturing sector.

You will maintain records, resolve discrepancies, communicate with suppliers, and support month-end tasks and reporting while upholding internal controls and policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting or finance role with purchase ledgers.
• Strong data entry accuracy and reconciliations.
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel.
• Good communication with suppliers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and timely.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and process payment runs ensuring terms compliance.
• Maintain purchase ledger records and update systems.
• Communicate with suppliers to resolve queries.
• Assist with month-end tasks, ledgers, and reporting.
• Support wider finance team and uphold internal controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Michael Page Finance is seeking a detail-focused Purchase Ledger professional for a temporary role in Knottingley. You will manage day-to-day processing of supplier invoices, reconcile statements, and prepare payments to ensure smooth operations in the industrial and manufacturing sector.

You will maintain records, resolve discrepancies, communicate with suppliers, and support month-end tasks and reporting while upholding internal controls and policies.