Purchase Ledger Assistant

DAS Fire Limited - Fire Detection and Suppression; Reading; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

DAS Fire Limited is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to support financial operations in Reading. This entry-level role involves maintaining financial records, processing invoices, and collaborating with the finance team, requiring strong administrative skills and attention to detail. The company offers a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package, including annual leave and health plans.

Benefits

25 days Annual Leave

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Company Bonus Scheme

Annual Pay Reviews

Health Cash Plan

Pension

Enhanced Sick Pay

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Shared Parental Pay

Company Events!

Qualifications

• Strong background in administration and bookkeeping.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Proactive approach with excellent organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and document transactions.
• Process invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Assist with month-end closing and monitor overhead expenses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

IT proficiency

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

DAS Fire Limited - Fire Detection and Suppression provided pay range

This range is provided by DAS Fire Limited - Fire Detection and Suppression. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Reports to: Finance Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Employment Type: Full-Time

Purpose:

The Purchase Ledger Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the company. This position is primarily responsible for assisting with purchase ledger processes, maintaining accurate financial records, and providing administrative support to the Finance Manager. The role also involves close collaboration with other departments and members of the wider finance team across the Alpine Group.

This role requires strong organisational and time management skills, along with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. The position relies on a solid foundation in administration, bookkeeping, and data analysis, as well as proficiency in a range of IT systems. A methodical and proactive approach to problem-solving is also important for effectively supporting the finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all financial transactions are properly documented
• Record financial transactions in the company’s accounting software – NetSuite

Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable

• Process invoices, ensuring timely payments to subcontractors and suppliers
• Liaise with the procurement team to ensure that “on hold” invoices are being reviewed for approval
• Perform monthly supplier statement reconciliations and follow up on any discrepancies
• Prepare payment run files for approval and bank upload
• Assist with month-end closing tasks

Budget and Expense Management

• Monitor overhead expenses to ensure that they are in line with budget
• Review employee expenses submissions to ensure they are in line with the company’s expenses policy

Administrative & Operational Support

• Organise and maintain financial documents for easy access, audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
• Respond to financial queries from team members or external stakeholders in a timely manner
• Provide general administrative support, including ad hoc administrative tasks e.g. booking group travel arrangements – hotels/flights and arrange company vehicle servicing/MOT.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in accounting software (preferably NetSuite) and Microsoft Office Suite
• A team-oriented mindset with a proactive approach
• Approachable, well organised and have excellent time management skills
• Good background in administration, bookkeeping, various IT systems and data analysing with an excellent eye for detail

What we will offer you:

• 25 days Annual Leave (increasing with length of service)
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Annual Pay Reviews
• Health Cash Plan
• Pension
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Shared Parental Pay
• Company Events!

Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are unable to contact all candidates individually. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction, Fire Protection, and Engineering Services

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