Purchase Ledger Clerk

Vertu Motors plc; Lichfield; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£12.71 per hour

37.5 hours per week

Company pension

Job summary

Vertu Motors' Vertu Vauxhall Litchfield is hiring a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our finance team. This full-time role supports supplier invoicing, ledgers, and payment runs to ensure accurate records and timely payments.

The successful candidate will have strong attention to detail, good numerical accuracy, solid IT skills, and the ability to work calmly in a busy environment with stakeholders across the business.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts, finance, administration, or purchase ledger is advantageous.
• Strong numerical and data-entry accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proactive and positive approach to work.
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile supplier statements.
• Prepare and process monthly payment runs.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Prepare and process bank payments.
• Maintain purchase ledger records.
• Build relationships with suppliers and internal colleagues.
• Support the wider accounts team with additional administrative duties when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Communication skills

IT skills

Time management

Tools

Finance systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vertu Vauxhall Litchfield

Are you organised, detail-focused, and looking for an opportunity to build your career within a successful and growing business?

At Vertu Vauxhall Litchfield, we have an exciting opportunity for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our team. Whether you're already working in a finance or accounts role, or looking to further develop your accounting experience within a large and supportive organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a full-time permanent position, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm, offering an hourly rate of £12.71 per hour, alongside an excellent benefits package and outstanding career development opportunities.

Why Join Us?

At Vertu Motors, we understand that our colleagues are the foundation of our success. That's why we invest heavily in training, development, and career progression, helping our teams build rewarding long‑term careers.

This role offers the perfect work‑life balance with no weekend working, a friendly team environment, and the opportunity to gain valuable experience within a busy finance function.

About the Role

As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, you'll play a key role in supporting the day‑to‑day operation of the accounts function, ensuring supplier payments and financial records are processed accurately and efficiently.

Working as part of a supportive team, you'll be responsible for maintaining purchase ledger records, resolving queries, and ensuring financial processes run smoothly.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Preparing and processing monthly payment runs
• Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies
• Preparing and processing bank payments
• Maintaining accurate purchase ledger records
• Building positive relationships with suppliers and internal colleagues
• Supporting the wider accounts team with additional administrative duties when required

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate work.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Previous experience within an accounts, finance, administration, or purchase ledger role would be advantageous
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good numerical and data-entry accuracy
• Excellent communication skills
• A proactive and positive approach to work
• The ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
• Strong IT skills and confidence using finance systems and Microsoft Office applications

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is eager to learn, contribute to the team, and develop their career with us.

Invest in Your Future

We're proud to invest more in our colleagues' personal development than any other motor retailer. When you join Vertu Motors, you'll benefit from ongoing training, support, and genuine opportunities to progress within the business.

Whether you're looking to further develop your finance knowledge or take the next step in your career, we'll help you reach your full potential.

Our Benefits Package Includes

• £12.71 per hour
• Monday to Friday working pattern, 9:00am to 5:30pm
• 25 days holiday, rising with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and enhanced paternity benefits
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Colleague vehicle purchase scheme
• Preferential servicing rates
• Access to our online rewards platform, offering cashback and discounts with hundreds of retailers
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Excellent career progression across the Vertu Motors Group

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a stable, rewarding role within a successful business that genuinely invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.