Purchase Ledger Clerk

Michael Page International Recruitment Limited; Newport; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International Recruitment Limited in Newport is helping a growing construction business recruit a Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk to own the Accounts Payable function, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and suppliers are paid on time.

You will manage high volumes, reconcile supplier statements, support month-end, and drive process improvements while guiding junior finance staff within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience in Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable within a busy finance team.
• Strong reconciliation and query-resolution abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good Excel and ERP systems proficiency.
• Proactive with a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices.
• Manage weekly and monthly supplier payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Handle supplier and internal invoice queries.
• Maintain accurate purchase ledger records.
• Assist with month-end procedures and reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Support and guide junior finance staff.
• Build relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.

Skills

Purchase Ledger

Accounts Payable

Excel

High-volume finance environment

Attention to detail

Stakeholders liaison

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Join a growing construction business in Newport as a Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk, taking ownership of the Accounts Payable function and ensuring the accurate processing of high-volume supplier transactions. You'll play a key role in supplier payments, reconciliations, process improvements, and supporting the wider finance team.

Client Details

Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger professional looking to take ownership of a busy Accounts Payable function within a successful construction business?

We're working with a well-established and growing company in Newport that is seeking a Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong supplier relationships, and is keen to contribute to process improvements across the finance function.

Description

The Role

As Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk, you'll be responsible for the smooth running of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and suppliers are paid on time. You'll play a key role in maintaining financial controls while supporting the wider finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices
• Managing weekly and monthly supplier payment runs
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
• Handling supplier and internal invoice queries
• Maintaining accurate purchase ledger records
• Assisting with month-end procedures and reporting
• Identifying and implementing process improvements
• Supporting and providing guidance to junior finance staff
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors

Profile

About You

We're looking for an individual who has:

• Previous experience within Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable
• Experience working within a high-volume finance environment
• Strong reconciliation and query resolution skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities
• Good Excel and systems skills
• A proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with stakeholders at all levels

Job Offer

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £31,000 - £34,000
• Opportunity to join a stable and growing construction business
• Supportive and collaborative finance team
• Exposure to wider finance responsibilities
• Long-term career development opportunities
• Modern office environment in Newport