Purchase Ledger Clerk

Lanes Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lanes Group, the UK's largest independent wastewater solutions provider, seeks a Purchase Ledger Clerk at Leeds Head Office. The role focuses on processing supplier invoices, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accurate payments.

You will work with internal teams and external suppliers to maintain high accuracy and compliance, while supporting audits and identifying process improvements for efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger environments.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices within agreed timescales.
• Match POs and invoices; investigate discrepancies.
• Monitor supplier accounts and ensure correct payment allocations.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve outstanding issues.
• Respond to supplier and internal queries regarding invoices and payments.
• Support audits with documentation and information.
• Identify process improvements within the purchase ledger.

Skills

Numerical accuracy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O

Excel

Job description

Location: Leeds Head Office (Lower Wortley, Leeds)

Reporting to: Purchase Ledger Supervisor

Join Lanes Group

At Lanes Group, we are the UK's largest independent wastewater solutions provider, delivering essential services nationwide. We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our Finance team at our Leeds Head Office.

The Role

As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our finance operations. You will be responsible for processing invoices, maintaining financial records, reconciling supplier accounts, and ensuring payments are accurately recorded.

Working closely with colleagues across the business and external suppliers, you'll help ensure high levels of accuracy, compliance, and efficiency within our purchase ledger function.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately process and input supplier invoices within agreed timescales.
• Match purchase orders and invoices, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Monitor accounts and ensure payment allocations are up to date.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve outstanding account issues.
• Respond professionally to supplier and internal queries regarding invoices and payments.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and information as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiency within the purchase ledger function.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger environment.
• Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Experience using accounting systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• A proactive, organised, and self-motivated approach to work.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Why Join Lanes Group?

At Lanes Group, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for development, and the chance to build your career within a successful and growing organisation.

If you're looking for a role where your attention to detail and organisational skills can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.