Purchase Ledger Clerk

Astute Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk in South Derbyshire. The role involves processing invoices, managing supplier payments, and supporting the finance team. The ideal candidate should have previous finance experience, proficiency in invoice processing, and strong organizational skills. This role offers a salary up to £28,000 with 25 days holiday and ongoing development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary up to £28,000

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Friendly finance team

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous finance experience, ideally in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role.
• Proficient in invoice processing with high levels of accuracy.
• Experience using accounting systems and Excel with data manipulation skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and post invoices, matching to POs.
• Manage supplier payment runs and reconciliate statements.
• Handle Purchase Ledger queries and ensure effective controls.

Skills

Finance experience

Invoice processing accuracy

Accounting systems experience

Excel proficiency

Organisational skills

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Astute Recruitment are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our client's finance team in South Derbyshire.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the Finance Department, with responsibility for a range of Purchase Ledger and general accounting duties.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail to thrive in a busy, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase Ledger: Processing and posting invoices, matching to POs (approx. 400 per month - volume may vary)
• Managing and controlling supplier payment runs
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Handling and resolving Purchase Ledger queries
• Ensuring effective controls around new supplier set-ups and invoice authorisation
• Managing supplier portals, downloading and issuing invoices
• Reviewing and resolving creditor debit balances monthly
• General Accounting: Supporting with other finance tasks as required by the Finance Manager and in line with the accounting timetable
• Providing cover across other finance functions, e.g. credit control, when needed

Skills & Experience

• Previous finance experience, ideally in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role
• Proficient in invoice processing with high levels of accuracy
• Experience using accounting systems and Excel (data manipulation and management skills)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• A proactive team player with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

What's in it for you?

• Salary up to £28,000 depending on experience
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Working hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
• Join a friendly, supportive finance team
• Opportunity to gain exposure to wider finance functions
• Ongoing development opportunities