Purchase Ledger Clerk

McCarthy Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Warrington is looking for a confident Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance team. This role involves processing purchase invoices, reconciling statements, and liaising with suppliers. The ideal candidate should have experience in purchase ledger, strong communication skills, and a detail-oriented approach. This position offers a salary of up to £35,000 and is office-based.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role.
• Comfortable working in a changing environment.
• Able to prioritise effectively.

Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices.
• Matching, batching, coding and inputting invoices.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
• Chasing approvals or missing information from internal departments.
• Liaising with suppliers to resolve queries.

Skills

Strong communication skills

High attention to detail

Organisational skills

Questioning mindset

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Purchase Ledger Clerk - up to £35,000
Full Time | Office Based | Warrington

A growing business based in Warrington is looking to appoint a confident and proactive Purchase Ledger Clerk to join its finance team. This isn’t a typical transactional role. The business is looking for someone who’s comfortable picking up the phone, asking questions, and challenging processes when something doesn’t look right. It’s not about following instructions blindly – it’s about understanding the why, improving ways of working, and keeping things moving.

The successful candidate will join a small, fast-paced team and will play a key part in maintaining accurate records, resolving queries, and supporting the wider finance function.

Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices
• Matching, batching, coding and inputting invoices
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
• Chasing approvals or missing information from internal departments
• Liaising with suppliers to resolve queries and maintain good relationships
• Assisting with month-end tasks as required

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role
• Strong communication skills and confidence speaking to stakeholders
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• A questioning mindset with the confidence to challenge the status quo
• Comfortable working in a changing environment and able to prioritise effectively

Package

• Up to £35,000 depending on experience
• Office based in Warrington
• Full time, permanent

About us

This Purchase Ledger Clerk role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruiter. We are committed to unlocking your full potential and finding your perfect role. Start your journey today. Apply now or find us online:

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The Legal Bit

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