Purchase Ledger Clerk

Forrest Recruitment; Appleton Thorn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable business in Appleton Thorn is seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk to manage financial operations on a temporary-to-permanent basis. The candidate will process invoices, ensure timely authorisation, collate timesheets, and handle supplier queries. Ideal applicants must have previous experience in a Purchase Ledger role and demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills. Join this established team and contribute to the smooth functioning of financial activities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger role is essential.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail is required.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Processing and entering purchase ledger invoices and credit notes.
• Ensuring timely authorisation of invoices.
• Collating timesheets and inputting time allocations.
• Liaising with suppliers to resolve queries.

Skills

Purchase Ledger experience

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Attention to detail

Ability to meet deadlines

Job description

Purchase Ledger Clerk - Warrington

£13.85 per hour + VAT | Temporary to Permanent
Hours: 37 per week (8am-4pm / 8:30am-4:30pm)

A well-established and reputable business is seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their Finance Department on a temporary-to-permanent basis. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in managing purchase ledger enquiries and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing and entering purchase ledger invoices and credit notes
• Ensuring invoices are directed to the appropriate contact for timely authorisation
• Collating weekly timesheets and inputting time allocations
• Ordering and checking PPE
• Raising purchase orders for Engineers
• Liaising with suppliers to resolve queries
• Managing commercial vehicle requirements including tax, MOT, servicing, insurance, and hire vehicles
• Undertaking general postal duties

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger role
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work to tight deadlines

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Abbie at Forrest Recruitment for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed). Alternatively, please forward your CV for immediate consideration — I look forward to hearing from you.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates successfully shortlisted will be contacted.