Purchase Ledger Clerk

NC Associates; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £30,000 – £32,000

25 days holiday + bank holidays

On-site parking

Bonus scheme

Training and development

Excellent benefits

Job summary

NC Associates are recruiting an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk for a growing business in Ormskirk. You will manage supplier invoices, code and post transactions, and support supplier statements and payments. The role is office-based with an immediate start for the right candidate.

You will join a supportive finance team, develop your skills, and benefit from training, development and a benefits package including 25 days holiday and on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Experience in Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or Accounts Assistant roles.
• Experience processing supplier invoices and full ledger processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Processing a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching, coding and posting invoices onto the finance system.
• Matching invoices against purchase orders and delivery documentation.
• Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Preparing and processing supplier payment runs.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving outstanding items.
• Maintaining supplier accounts and handling queries.

Skills

Purchase Ledger

Accounts Payable

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

Purchase Ledger – OrmskirkSalary £30,000 – £32,000 / Excellent Benefits / Permanent / Office Based / Growing Business / Immediate Start

Purchase Ledger Benefits

• Training and development
• Excellent benefits
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• On-site parking
• Bonus scheme
• Salary £30,000 – £32,000

Purchase Ledger Role Overview

NC Associates are working in partnership with a successful and growing business based in Ormskirk to recruit an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join a stable, forward-thinking organisation where you will be genuinely valued and supported.

The business offers a positive working culture, excellent benefits and the opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive finance team. With an immediate start available, this role would particularly suit someone who is available at short notice and looking for their next long-term opportunity.

Purchase Ledger Responsibilities

• Processing a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching, coding and posting invoices onto the finance system
• Matching invoices against purchase orders and delivery documentation
• Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies
• Preparing and processing supplier payment runs
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving outstanding items
• Managing supplier queries and building strong working relationships
• Setting up and maintaining supplier accounts
• Assisting with bank and purchase ledger reconciliations
• Supporting month-end procedures and reporting
• Maintaining accurate financial records and strong financial controls
• Supporting the wider finance team with ad-hoc duties and projects

Purchase Ledger Clerk Experience Required

To be successful in your application, you must have the following:

• Previous experience within a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or Accounts Assistant role
• Experience processing a high volume of supplier invoices
• Strong understanding of the full purchase ledger process
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Good Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive and positive approach to work

Why Should You Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and growing business where you’ll play a key role within the finance team.

Offering genuine career development and exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities, this position is ideal for someone looking to build on your existing experience and take the next step in their finance career.

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