Purchase Ledger Assistant

Windrose Landscape Architecture; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable provider in the finance sector is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant for an 8-month secondment based in Avonmouth, United Kingdom. The role involves processing invoices, resolving queries, and maintaining supplier accounts. Candidates should possess experience in Purchase Ledger, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach. This position also offers flexibility to work from home after a training period. Join a dedicated team committed to efficient accounts payable processes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience working in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role.
• Good level of computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and register incoming invoices for UK and European entities.
• Resolve invoice queries efficiently and professionally.
• Manage supplier accounts, including regular statement reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly reconciliations and the month‑end close of the Accounts Payable ledger.
• Provide ad hoc support to ensure the smooth running of the ledger.

Skills

Experience in Purchase Ledger

Computer literacy in Microsoft Word and Excel

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

Nisbets Limited are currently recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Assistant on a 8 Month Secondment to join our Finance team, supporting the smooth running of our Purchase Ledger and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our accounts payable processes.

As a Purchase Ledger Assistant at Nisbets, you will be part of a collaborative team responsible for processing invoices, resolving queries, and maintaining supplier accounts. You will play a key role in supporting payment runs and month‑end reconciliations, contributing to the overall efficiency of the finance function.

This is a fast‑paced and varied role, requiring excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills. You will work closely with colleagues across the business and external suppliers, using a range of systems and tools to ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.

This role will be based at our Fourth Way office in Avonmouth, with flexibility to work from home as part of a hybrid working pattern following a period of training.

Key Accountabilities

• Monitor and register incoming invoices for UK and European entities, ensuring accurate data entry.
• Resolve invoice queries efficiently and professionally.
• Manage supplier accounts, including regular statement reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly reconciliations and the month‑end close of the Accounts Payable ledger.
• Generate manual and system payments in line with company procedures.
• Provide ad hoc support to ensure the smooth running of the ledger and wider finance function.

Capabilities, Skills and Experience Required

• Demonstrable experience working in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role.
• Good level of computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• GCSEs in Maths and English.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team‑oriented approach.
• Motivated, organised, and able to manage time effectively.

About Us

Nisbets is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all colleagues. We aim to ensure our workplaces are free from discrimination and that not only colleagues but also our potential future colleagues are treated fairly and with dignity and respect.

Therefore, please inform us of any reasonable adjustments that we may need to make to the application or interview process.