Purchase Ledger Associate

Venture Recruitment Partners; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Purchase Ledger specialist to manage supplier invoices and conduct financial tasks in a hybrid working environment. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and previous accounts support experience. The role offers a salary of up to GBP35k, alongside benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension

Life cover

Income protection

Discretionary bonus scheme

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts support role is strongly preferred.
• Experience with financial processes such as invoicing, reconciliations, and payments is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of CIS would be beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices, matching delivery notes and allocating orders.
• Monitoring and maintaining the invoice query list.
• Reconciling supplier statements.
• Running supplier payment processes.
• Processing subcontractor payments, including CIS allocation, retention, and VAT application.
• Processing employee expenses and ad-hoc payments.
• Handling company credit card transactions and reconciliations.
• Supporting the Finance Director/Manager with ad-hoc finance tasks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Overview

Purchase Ledger up to GBP35k – Location: Sparsholt, Winchester (Hybrid 4 days office / Fridays WFH). Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week.

Are you an organised and detail-orientated finance professional looking for your next role? We are supporting a highly regarded business near Winchester in their search for a Purchase Ledger specialist to join their team.

This role is primarily focused on purchase ledger responsibilities, with exposure to broader finance tasks and some general administrative support. It’s a great opportunity for someone with strong accounts support experience who enjoys variety, accuracy, and being part of a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices, matching delivery notes and allocating orders
• Monitoring and maintaining the invoice query list
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Running supplier payment processes
• Processing subcontractor payments, including CIS allocation, retention, and VAT application
• Processing employee expenses and ad-hoc payments
• Handling company credit card transactions and reconciliations
• Supporting the Finance Director/Manager with ad-hoc finance tasks
• Providing occasional administrative assistance across the business (e.g. company cars, office stock management)

About You

• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Confident communicator with a professional, proactive approach
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Experience with accounting software (advantageous)
• Team player, but comfortable working independently
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in an accounts support role is strongly preferred
• Experience with financial processes such as invoicing, reconciliations, and payments is highly desirable
• Knowledge of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) would be beneficial, though not essential

What’s on Offer

• GBP35k depending on experience
• Hybrid working: 4 days office-based, Fridays WFH
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Benefits including pension, life cover, and income protection
• Discretionary bonus scheme

If you’re looking to join a forward-thinking organisation with a strong reputation for quality and expertise, this role could be the ideal next step in your finance career.
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