Purchase Ledger Clerk

Astute Recruitment; Melton Mowbray; Hybrid; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk in Melton Mowbray to manage Accounts Payable processes, including invoice processing and supplier payments. The candidate must possess SAP experience and strong IT and communication skills. The position offers a salary of up to £28,000, flexible hours, and the opportunity for remote work.

Benefits

Salary up to £28,000

2 days working from home

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Supportive finance team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable.
• SAP ECC experience is essential.
• Strong IT skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process and post supplier invoices and credit notes.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and manage price/quantity issues.
• Ensure all AP activities comply with audit requirements.

Skills

Purchase Ledger

SAP ECC

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

GCSE in Maths and English

Job description

Astute Recruitment are working with a Melton Mowbray-based client to recruit an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their established finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll manage end-to-end Accounts Payable processes, ensuring accurate invoice processing, supplier payments, and strong compliance. SAP experience is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and post supplier invoices and credit notes (PO and non-PO), including manual postings such as FB60 / F-43 / F-02
• Raise debit notes and maintain accurate coding across all transactions
• Reconcile supplier accounts, investigate discrepancies, and manage price/quantity issues
• Resolve supplier queries promptly and maintain strong working relationships
• Prepare and analyse AP reports including PO-after-invoice, outstanding orders, PR reports, and invoices-on-hold
• Ensure all AP activity complies with financial controls and audit requirements
• Support cash posting/allocation and general finance administration

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable
• SAP ECC experience – essential
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines, work independently, and maintain high accuracy
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English

Benefits & Hours

• Salary up to £28,000 depending on experience
• 9:00am – 5:00pm with some flexibility
• 2 days working from home
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Supportive and collaborative finance team