Purchase Ledger Assistant

7formation Ltd; Corby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly expanding construction company is seeking a detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their finance team. In this role, you will manage supplier invoices, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely payments. This position offers exciting opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and collaborative environment. You will play a vital role in supporting day-to-day financial operations while working alongside a passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. If you are enthusiastic and possess strong communication skills, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

25 days holiday (+ public holidays)

Death in Service Benefit

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Employee Assistance Program

Auto enrol pension

Refer a friend bonus

Social events including summer event and Christmas party

Qualifications

• Experience in purchase ledger or accounts payable roles is essential.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and maintain accurate purchase ledger records.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in invoices and supplier statements.
• Support the finance team with various ad hoc duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Self-motivation

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Experience in purchase ledger/accounts payable

Professionalism in supplier communication

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity available for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis at our head office in Corby, Northamptonshire.

7formation is a rapidly expanding nationwide construction and fit out company dedicated to excellence, innovation, and growth. We work with clients such as Next, Adidas, DFS, and Travis Perkins to name but a few! Find out more about our extensive client portfolio on our website.

The Purchase Ledger Assistant role:

As we continue to expand, we are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our finance team. As Purchase Ledger Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date purchase ledger records and ensuring timely payments to suppliers.

Main responsibilities of the Purchase Ledger Assistant include:

• Processing supplier invoices and credit notes
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely data entry
• Investigating invoices that don’t meet company criteria and resolving accordingly
• Setting up new suppliers and subcontractors in our in-house system and completing HMRC verification where appropriate
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
• Carrying out supplier statement reconciliations
• Administering the Invoices inbox and dealing with supplier enquiries
• Dealing with supplier queries via phone and email
• Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties as required

Our ideal Purchase Ledger Assistant will have the below skills and experience:

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work at pace, manage time effectively and meet deadlines
• Experience of administering CIS and DRC is desirable but not essential
• Enthusiastic and hardworking attitude
• Ability to think on your feet and be self-motivated
• A team player
• Communicating with suppliers and customers professionally and courteously
• A positive, can-do attitude that fits our team culture

Along with a competitive salary, we can offer you:

• Exciting opportunities for professional growth and development
• Join a dynamic team with a passion for innovation
• Work in a collaborative, supportive, and creative environment
• 25 days holiday (+ public holidays), increasing to 28 days with length of service
• Death in Service Benefit
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Auto enrol pension
• Refer a friend bonus
• Social events including summer event and Christmas party

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Purchase Ledger Assistant, then please click Apply today! We'd love to hear from you!

At 7formation, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively promote good practices to eliminate discrimination in all its forms by embedding fairness and transparency into every step of our recruitment process. Our approach ensures equal opportunities for candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities. Join us and be part of a team that values and champions diversity.

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer.

No agencies please, we will reach out to our preferred suppliers if we require assistance with this role.