Purchase Ledger Assistant

Sheridan Maine (Midlands); Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a motivated finance professional to join their Purchase Ledger team. This role involves processing invoices, reconciling statements, and maintaining supplier relationships. Candidates should have at least 18 months' experience in accounts payable and strong IT skills. The position is offered on a fixed-term contract and allows for remote work with occasional office visits in Bournemouth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months experience in purchase ledger or accounts payable.
• Strong IT skills and confident using finance systems.
• Able to handle a high volume of invoices accurately.

Responsibilities

• Process and match supplier invoices to purchase orders.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Resolve queries with suppliers promptly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Education

AAT Level 2 qualification (or working towards)

Tools

Finance systems

Job description

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented finance professional to join our clients busy Purchase Ledger team. In this role, you’ll help to ensure the accounts payable processes running smoothly, ensuring the ledgers are accurate and up to date while supporting the wider finance function.

This position will initially be on a fixed term contract until June 2026 to cover maternity leave.

Remote working is available, with the occasional requirement to be in their Bournemouth office.

What you’ll be doing:

• Processing and matching supplier invoices to purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating any discrepancies.
• Resolving queries with suppliers promptly and escalating issues when needed.
• Following up on credit notes to clear outstanding items.
• Reporting any price or invoice discrepancies to suppliers.
• Maintaining strong working relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth operations.
• Regularly reviewing supplier accounts and updating information, including credit limits, where necessary.
• Managing the finance inbox and assisting with ad hoc finance tasks, including supporting the sales ledger when required.

Who we’re looking for:

• Someone with at least 18 months’ experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role.
• Ideally AAT Level 2 qualified (or working towards it), but not essential.
• Strong IT skills and confident using finance systems.
• A team player who can also work independently when needed.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Able to spot errors quickly and resolve them efficiently.
• Energetic, organised, and able to manage a high volume of invoices with accuracy.

If you thrive in a fast-paced finance environment and enjoy building strong relationships both internally and with suppliers, we’d love to hear from you!

Sheridan Maine, specialising in accountancy & finance recruitment across the South Coast, placing talented professionals in permanent, interim, and contract roles across Dorset, Hampshire, and West Sussex.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

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