Purchase Ledger Assistant — Hybrid, 6-Month Contract

Language Business; Ambrosden; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work (1–2 days in office)

Job summary

Language Business is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join its International Brand EMEA Finance Team in Bicester, Oxfordshire. Hybrid, with 1–2 days in the office. Salary £37,000 per annum for a 6‑month contract, starting ASAP.

You will support day‑to‑day accounts payable, set up new suppliers, process invoices and credit notes, reconcile statements, prepare bi-monthly payments and assist month‑end. Fluent English is essential; Excel and Oracle knowledge is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Fluent English required.
• Prior purchase ledger or accounts payable experience preferred.
• Confident with Excel and Microsoft Office; Oracle knowledge is a plus.
• Well organised with a sharp eye for detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work with colleagues at all levels.
• Able to prioritise and meet multiple tight deadlines.
• Happy working as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate support to keep the finance team productive.
• Set up new suppliers and maintain supplier records up to date.
• Process invoices and credit notes accurately.
• Reconcile supplier statements.
• Prepare bi-monthly payment runs.
• Complete the month-end process.
• Handle supplier queries and liaise with internal customers.

Skills

Fluent English

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

Language Business is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join its International Brand EMEA Finance Team in Bicester, Oxfordshire. Hybrid, with 1–2 days in the office. Salary £37,000 per annum for a 6‑month contract, starting ASAP.

You will support day‑to‑day accounts payable, set up new suppliers, process invoices and credit notes, reconcile statements, prepare bi-monthly payments and assist month‑end. Fluent English is essential; Excel and Oracle knowledge is advantageous.