Purchase Ledger Assistant (East Belfast)

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing construction group in Belfast is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to support a busy finance team. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in a finance role, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with finance systems like Sage or Xero. Responsibilities include managing invoices, payment queries, and maintaining ledger accuracy. This full-time position offers competitive pay and progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Extended company benefits

Company events

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a similar finance role.
• CIS/subcontractor invoice processing experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage shared accounts inboxes and resolve supplier/payment queries.
• Process invoices, credit notes, and supplier reconciliations.
• Carry out 3-way matching (invoice, PO, goods receipt).
• Assist with month-end payment runs.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Clear communicator

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Purchase Ledger Assistant - East Belfast

Join a fast-growing construction group at a pivotal time of expansion. VANRATH are searching for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to strengthen a busy transactional finance team and keep projects running smoothly.

What\'s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Full-time, permanent role with clear progression potential
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Extended company benefits

About your next employer

A multi-site organisation delivering projects throughout the UK. You'll join a collaborative finance function that supports operational teams nationally - reporting into the Finance Team Lead/Manager and working closely with project and supplier stakeholders.

About you

• 2+ years\' experience in a similar finance role (construction/FM sector exposure ideal)
• Strong Excel skills; confident with finance systems (Sage, Xero or equivalent)
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Clear communicator who can manage supplier relationships and inbox queries
• CIS/subcontractor invoice processing experience (advantageous)

What you\'ll do

• Manage shared accounts inboxes and resolve supplier/payment queries
• Take ownership of the purchase ledger - processing invoices, credit notes and supplier reconciliations
• Carry out 3-way matching (invoice, PO, goods receipt)
• Process subcontractor invoices and assist with month-end payment runs
• Investigate discrepancies and maintain accurate ledger records
• Provide general finance administration and support to the wider team

Interested?

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chanel Gillen in the strictest confidence.