Purchase Ledger Clerk

Purely Recruitment Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a reliable Purchase Ledger Clerk for a full-time, permanent position in Swindon. Candidates should have proven experience in purchase ledger tasks, including invoice processing and supplier reconciliations. Essential skills include expertise in Sage accounting software and strong proficiency in Excel. The role offers benefits such as a company pension scheme, 33 days holiday, and private healthcare, all within a supportive and friendly work environment.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

33 days holiday per year

Private Healthcare

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Purchase Ledger role.
• Previous experience with Sage is essential.
• Strong computer and Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Sort, check, and accurately input supplier invoices and credit notes.
• Reconcile supplier statements against the purchase ledger.
• Prepare weekly and monthly supplier payment runs.
• Manage supplier accounts and handle payment queries.
• Collate and input company credit card transactions.
• Support the wider accounts team with ad hoc tasks.

Skills

Invoice processing

Supplier reconciliations

Payment runs

Supplier management

Credit card processing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Sage 50

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Purchase Ledger Clerk

Swindon – Full Time – Permanent

Salary depends on experience.

The Role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented and reliable Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our client in Swindon. The role supports the Management Accountant and wider finance team, ensuring accurate processing, reconciliation and supplier management across the business.

Responsibilities

• Invoice Processing – sort, check and accurately input supplier invoices and credit notes; ensure invoices are correctly coded and authorised in line with procedures.
• Supplier Reconciliations – reconcile supplier statements against the purchase ledger and investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Payment Runs – prepare weekly and monthly supplier payment runs and ensure payments are accurate and made in accordance with agreed terms.
• Supplier Management – manage supplier accounts and handle payment queries professionally; liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve issues efficiently.
• Credit Card Processing – collate, sort and input company credit card transactions; reconcile credit card statements and resolve variances.
• General Accounts Administration – file, keep records and support the wider accounts team with ad hoc tasks as required.

Software & Systems

• Daily use of Sage 50 or Sage Intaact accounting software.
• Strong use of Microsoft Excel and general IT systems.
• Experience working within a multi‑entity or construction‑related environment is desirable but not essential.

The Person

You should be organised, methodical and confident managing a busy purchase ledger workload.

Key Attributes and Experience

• Proven experience in a Purchase Ledger role.
• Previous Sage experience is essential.
• Strong general computer and Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive and professional approach to work.

Offer

• Company Pension Scheme.
• 33 days holiday per year (inclusive of eight recognised Bank Holidays).
• Private Healthcare.
• Stable, supportive and friendly working environment.