Purchase Ledger Assistant

I & H Brown Ltd; Perth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

I & H Brown Ltd in Perth is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to support the Finance team with day-to-day ledger tasks and accurate payments across Civils projects.

You will handle invoices, GRNs, timesheets and utility administration, ensuring timely processing and strong record-keeping, while collaborating across departments and adhering to SHEQ policies.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process purchase ledger invoices, GRNs, timesheets and plant sheets accurately using COINs.
• Ensure financial documentation is processed promptly to meet reporting and supplier payment deadlines.
• Investigate and resolve purchase order and invoice queries, working closely with Finance, Buying and site teams.
• Support Purchase Ledger payment runs and provide processing support across Civils contracts when required.
• Manage incoming Purchase Ledger correspondence and maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Support the administration of Company utilities, including meter readings, invoice checks, supplier queries and quotations.
• Provide general administrative support to the Finance team and wider business as required.
• Work collaboratively across the business while following Company SHEQ policies and procedures and participating in relevant training and development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Teamwork

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Summary

We are looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our Finance team in Perth. This is a great opportunity for an organised and detail-focused individual to support the day-to-day running of our Purchase Ledger function. Working as part of the wider Finance team, you will be responsible for processing invoices and financial documentation, resolving queries, and helping to ensure accurate and timely payments across our Civils projects. You’ll also provide general administrative support and work closely with colleagues across the business.

Summary

We are looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our Finance team in Perth. This is a great opportunity for an organised and detail-focused individual to support the day-to-day running of our Purchase Ledger function. Working as part of the wider Finance team, you will be responsible for processing invoices and financial documentation, resolving queries, and helping to ensure accurate and timely payments across our Civils projects. You’ll also provide general administrative support and work closely with colleagues across the business.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process purchase ledger invoices, GRNs, timesheets and plant sheets accurately using COINs.
• Ensure financial documentation is processed promptly to meet reporting and supplier payment deadlines.
• Investigate and resolve purchase order and invoice queries, working closely with Finance, Buying and site teams.
• Support Purchase Ledger payment runs and provide processing support across Civils contracts when required.
• Manage incoming Purchase Ledger correspondence and maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Support the administration of Company utilities, including meter readings, invoice checks, supplier queries and quotations.
• Provide general administrative support to the Finance team and wider business as required.
• Work collaboratively across the business while following Company SHEQ policies and procedures and participating in relevant training and development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.