Purchase Ledger Assistant - Head Office - Benfleet

Runwood Homes Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days Paid Holiday

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Career progression

Job summary

Runwood Homes is seeking an office-based Purchase Ledger Assistant to support the finance team. You will process purchase invoices, maintain supplier records and respond to supplier enquiries, while assisting with a range of finance administration tasks.

The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisation, and comfort with financial information. Knowledge of Excel and MS Office is beneficial for day-to-day duties.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchase ledger or finance administration preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard office software.
• Good numerical accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Register and process purchase invoices accurately.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Respond to supplier enquiries in a timely manner.
• Maintain supplier records and assist with month-end tasks.
• Support wider Finance team with ad hoc admin duties.

Skills

Excellent attention to detail

Highly organised

Strong numeracy

Effective communicator

Team collaboration

Education

Finance/administration experience

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

This is an office-based role providing essential support to the purchase ledger function and wider finance team. You will be responsible for processing purchase invoices, maintaining accurate supplier records, responding to supplier enquiries, and supporting a range of finance administration tasks.

The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a methodical approach to their work. You will need to be confident working with financial information, managing multiple priorities, and meeting deadlines.

Experience within a purchase ledger or finance environment would be advantageous, along with good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Key Responsibilities

• Register and process purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate any discrepancies.
• Process sales banking and ensure transactions are recorded accurately.
• Process mileage and employee expense claims.
• Respond to supplier enquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Prepare and send residents' personal allowance payments.
• Maintain accurate finance records and documentation.
• Assist with resolving invoice and payment queries.
• Support the wider Finance team with ad hoc month-end tasks.
• Assist with other finance administration duties as required.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company

About you

We're looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Methodical and accurate when working with financial information.
• Confident communicating with suppliers and internal colleagues.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working with figures and reconciling financial information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Able to work independently while also being a supportive member of the wider Finance team.
• Professional, reliable, and committed to providing a high standard of service.
• Flexible and willing to support the team with additional tasks when required.

Experience / Qualifications

• Previous experience within a purchase ledger, accounts payable, or finance administration environment is desirable.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience of working with financial systems would be advantageous.

About Runwood Homes

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 55 homes across England. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.