Purchase Ledger Clerk

Arcus FM Limited; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider in London is seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk to support finance operations. The role involves processing supplier invoices and payments, preparing payment runs, and improving workflows. Ideal candidates are studying for an accountancy qualification and have experience in a similar role. Competitive benefits including pension contributions and access to training are offered.

Benefits

Matched pension contributions (5-6%)

Life assurance

Access to industry-leading training academy

Discounts, vouchers, and financial aid programs

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or similar finance role.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process all invoices, ensuring compliance with internal procedures.
• Monitor task completion in line with work and task planners.
• Prepare payment runs for review in a timely manner.
• Ensure payments are fully authorised and resolve any invoice queries.
• Conduct supplier statement reconciliations as per schedule.
• Generate reports and provide key management information as needed.
• Review and enhance processes for improved efficiency.

Skills

Intermediate Excel skills

Experience with SUN and INFOR systems

Education

Studying towards an accountancy qualification (e.g. AAT, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Are you passionate about process, detail-oriented, and eager to grow in your finance career?

Arcus FM are looking for a motivated Purchase Ledger Clerk to support our finance operations and ensure the smooth processing of supplier invoices and payments.

Overview

Arcus FM are looking for a motivated Purchase Ledger Clerk to support our finance operations and ensure the smooth processing of supplier invoices and payments.

What you'll be doing

• Accurately process all invoices, ensuring compliance with internal procedures.
• Monitor task completion in line with work and task planners.
• Prepare payment runs for review in a timely manner.
• Ensure payments are fully authorised and resolve any invoice queries promptly.
• Conduct supplier statement reconciliations as per schedule.
• Generate ad-hoc reports and provide key management information as needed.
• Continuously review and enhance processes for improved efficiency.

Qualifications & IT Skills

• Actively studying towards an accountancy qualification (e.g. AAT, ACCA, CIMA).
• Intermediate Excel skills. Experience with SUN and INFOR systems is a plus.

Experience

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or similar finance role.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Personal Qualities

• A proactive approach and willingness to adapt to changing demands.
• Comfortable working under pressure and managing a varied workload.
• Flexible, detail-focused, and a keen eye for process improvement.

Why join Arcus

We're an award-winning facilities management provider that values expertise and commitment. We actively promote from within and offer career progression opportunities across our nationwide operations. You'll also benefit from a comprehensive rewards package including:

• Matched pension contributions (5-6%)
• Life assurance
• Access to our industry-leading training academy
• Discounts, vouchers, and financial aid programs

Ready to take the next step

If you have the experience and drive to succeed in this role, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply to submit your application today.