Purchase Ledger Clerk

IPS Group Limited; Castleford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A financial services firm is looking for a detail-oriented Part Time Purchase Ledger Clerk to support accounts payable. Responsibilities include processing invoices, maintaining records, and performing reconciliations. Ideal candidates should have prior experience in similar roles and strong communication and IT skills, particularly in Excel. This position offers up to 30 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good understanding of basic accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and staff expenses in accordance with procedures.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Perform weekly/monthly supplier statement reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Numerical accuracy

Organizational skills

IT skills

Tools

Excel

Finance systems

Job description

Part Time Purchase Ledger Clerk

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Part Time Purchase Ledger Clerk to support the accounts payable function within our clients finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing supplier invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling statements, and resolving queries. This role requires strong numerical accuracy, excellent organisation, and strong communication skills.

Hours – up to 30 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and staff expenses in accordance with company procedures
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
• Ensure approval of invoices in line with delegated authority levels
• Perform weekly/monthly supplier statement reconciliations
• Prepare and process payment runs (BACS/cheque/online banking)
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date ledger accounts
• Maintain confidential financial information securely

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good understanding of basic accounting procedures
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with suppliers and internal teams
• Strong IT skills, including Excel and finance systems