Purchase Ledger Clerk

Wessex Garages; Newport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday 22 days + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Discounted car purchase programme

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing support

Eye tests & flu vaccination vouchers

Tickets to Bristol Bears Rugby

Job summary

Wessex Garages in Newport, United Kingdom is seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join the accounts team. You will handle invoices, match and code them, reconcile statements, process staff expenses, and maintain supplier accounts with precision.

Reporting to the Purchase Ledger Supervisor, you will help drive robust financial processes, nurture supplier relationships, and contribute to continuous improvements within the purchase ledger function.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong team player with a collaborative approach.
• Self-motivated, organised, flexible and proactive.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office packages.
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Accurately match, check, and code invoices
• Process staff expenses in a timely manner
• Set up and maintain supplier accounts, ensuring all details are up to date
• Reconcile supplier statements to maintain accuracy and transparency
• Organise and file invoices efficiently
• Input data with precision and attention to detail
• Act as the first point of contact for purchase ledger queries
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers
• Continuously review systems and processes, identifying opportunities for improvement

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our friendly and supportive accounts team. Reporting to the Purchase Ledger Supervisor, you will play a key role in managing the purchase ledger process, from handling purchase orders to processing invoices and reconciliations. The Purchase ledger function provides an indispensable service to the accounts team, underpinning the wider financial stability of the business through their robust processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately match, check, and code invoices
• Process staff expenses in a timely manner
• Set up and maintain supplier accounts, ensuring all details are up to date
• Reconcile supplier statements to maintain accuracy and transparency
• Organise and file invoices efficiently
• Input data with precision and attention to detail
• Act as the first point of contact for purchase ledger queries
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers
• Continuously review systems and processes, identifying opportunities for improvement

What We're Looking For

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A strong team player with a collaborative approach
• Self-motivated, organised, flexible and proactive
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines

Key Information

• Working pattern: 37.5 hours/wk, Mon - Fri 8am - 4pm
• Salary: competitive

Why join Wessex Garages?

Benefits

We're committed to supporting our people with a range of benefits designed to promote wellbeing, reward loyalty, and enhance your overall experience at work:

• Holiday Allowance - Enjoy 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with extra days added the longer you stay with us.
• Pension Scheme - We contribute to your future with company-backed pension support.
• Exclusive Employee Schemes - Take advantage of our discounted car purchase programme and Cycle to Work scheme after completing your probation.
• Wellbeing Support - Through our partnership with Menable, a specialist service for the automotive sector, you'll have free access to confidential coaching, wellbeing check ins, and referral support where needed.
• Health Benefits - We provide complimentary eye tests and flu vaccination vouchers to help you stay healthy year-round.
• Event Perks - As proud sponsors of Bristol Bears Rugby we offer a limited number of free tickets to each game for our colleagues.

Please Note

• Driving licence checks will be carried out during the recruitment process.
• We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, and this will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Reference VAN0636