Purchase Ledger Clerk

Recruitment Solutions (NW) Ltd; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Discount package to food and drinks

Hybrid working – after probation

Job summary

Recruitment Solutions (NW) Ltd is recruiting an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy finance team in Lancashire. You will process invoices, reconcile supplier accounts and manage supplier queries, while building strong supplier relationships.

The ideal candidate will have purchase ledger/accounts payable experience, be highly organised, and proficient with Excel and accounting systems. Hybrid working is available after probation, with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have previous experience working within a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable position and will be confident managing supplier relationships.
• Strong supplier management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience handling and resolving supplier queries.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively.
• Confidence using Excel and finance/accounting systems.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Processing a high volume of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching, batching and coding invoices.
• Reconciling supplier statements and accounts.
• Managing and resolving supplier queries via telephone and email.
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with suppliers.
• Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies and payment issues.
• Preparing payment runs in line with agreed payment terms.
• Ensuring supplier accounts are maintained accurately and up to date.
• Working closely with internal departments to resolve queries and discrepancies.
• Monitoring outstanding invoices and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Supporting month–end processes and reporting where required.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation.

Skills

Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable

Supplier relationship management

Communication skills

Handling supplier queries

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Excel proficiency

Problem solving

Tools

Finance/accounting systems

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy and growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong purchase ledger experience who takes pride in building and maintaining positive relationships with suppliers.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate processing and management of the purchase ledger, while acting as a key point of contact for suppliers and resolving any account queries efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing a high volume of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching, batching and coding invoices
• Reconciling supplier statements and accounts
• Managing and resolving supplier queries via telephone and email
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with suppliers
• Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies and payment issues
• Preparing payment runs in line with agreed payment terms
• Ensuring supplier accounts are maintained accurately and up to date
• Working closely with internal departments to resolve queries and discrepancies
• Monitoring outstanding invoices and ensuring deadlines are met
• Supporting month–end processes and reporting where required
• Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation

Skills and Experience:

The successful candidate will have previous experience working within a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable position and will be confident managing supplier relationships.

• Previous Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable experience
• Strong supplier management and relationship–building skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience handling and resolving supplier queries
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and time–management skills
• The ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively
• Confidence using Excel and finance/accounting systems
• A proactive approach to problem–solving

Benefits:

• Salary of up to 26,500 DOE
• Flexible working start and finish times
• Hybrid working – after probation
• Pension
• Discount package to food and drinks

Disclaimer

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application for the currently advertised position unsuccessful. However, we may contact you regarding other suitable roles. We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role.