Purchase Ledger Assistant

NWF Group; Crewe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A key player in fuel distribution is looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant at their Head Office in Crewe. The successful candidate will support the finance team through accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments, requiring strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth within a dynamic work environment. This position aims to ensure compliance with financial procedures while providing exceptional support to suppliers.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days holiday

Discounts across various services

Extensive training opportunities

Company pension and life assurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role is essential.
• High accuracy in data entry required.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, credit notes and expenses accurately.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Maintain and reconcile supplier accounts.
• Prepare and process payment runs.
• Respond to supplier queries promptly.

Skills

Strong numerical and data entry skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Advert

NWF Fuels are looking to appoint a Purchase Ledger Assistant based at our Head Office in Crewe. They will play a key role in supporting the finance team by ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments. This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively within a fast‑paced environment.

Why NWF Fuels?

• Competitive salary
• Monday to Friday
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays with the option to buy more
• Discounts across shopping, groceries, travel, entertainment, dining, days out, health & beauty and much more!
• Extensive progression opportunities across the wider group that has 2 other businesses
• Incentive and company days out
• Extensive training opportunities with funded accredited courses
• Medicash
• Long service awards
• Company pension, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, free refreshments, free on‑site parking

Day to Day

• Process supplier invoices, credit notes and expenses accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes, resolving discrepancies where necessary.
• Maintain and reconcile supplier accounts, ensuring statements are accurate.
• Prepare and process payment runs in accordance with company policies.
• Respond to supplier queries promptly and professionally.
• Assist with month‑end processes, including accruals and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial procedures.

What will you bring?

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role is essential.
• Strong numerical and data entry skills with high accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.

Who are NWF Fuels?

NWF Group comprises of 3 key businesses: NWF Fuels, NWF Agriculture & Boughey Distribution. Employing over 1,400 colleagues across the group, we encourage and empower our people to progress and move fluidly through the group, meaning the sky really is the limit when you join us!

What makes NWF Fuels different?

Our commitment to the customer and our focus on service is what sets us apart in the market, and our people are the driving force! We supply a range of fuel related products throughout the UK to domestic, agricultural, commercial and retail customers through our modern fleet of over 155 tankers and a strategically located depot network allowing us to service more than 113k customers. The business has grown organically and through acquisition currently standing as the third largest fuel distributor in the UK – we plan to climb higher and want you to be a part of it!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.