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Purchase Ledger Clerk

Yolk Recruitment Ltd

Port Talbot

On-site

GBP 26,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their dynamic finance team in Port Talbot. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals at the beginning of their finance careers, offering hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for processing purchase invoices, reconciling statements, and assisting with payment runs. With a supportive team and opportunities for growth, this role is perfect for those looking to develop their finance skills while contributing to a busy finance function. If you're eager to learn and grow, this position is a fantastic stepping stone in your career.

Benefits

Free on-site parking
Employee support initiatives
Long-term progression opportunities
Exposure to high-volume finance function

Qualifications

  • Ideal for candidates starting their finance career with some exposure to finance.
  • Detail-oriented individuals eager to learn and grow in a finance role.

Responsibilities

  • Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
  • Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries promptly.
  • Supporting the finance team with month-end tasks.

Skills

Detail-oriented
Organisational skills
Communication skills
Teamwork
Exposure to finance or administration

Education

AAT qualifications

Job description

Purchase Ledger Assistant - Port Talbot
£26,000 per annum | Full-Time | On-site
Industry: Manufacturing | Fast-paced environment
Advertised on behalf of our client

Are you looking to kickstart your finance career in a supportive, fast-paced environment? Our client, a well-established manufacturer based in Port Talbot, is looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their busy finance team.

This role is perfect for someone at the early stages of their finance journey - whether you've gained some experience in accounts or have worked in administration and are now studying (or planning to start) AAT. You'll receive hands-on experience and valuable exposure to the finance function of a thriving industrial business.

Key Responsibilities
  • Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently

  • Matching, batching, and coding invoices

  • Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries promptly

  • Assisting with payment runs and maintaining supplier records

  • Supporting the finance team with month-end tasks

  • Liaising with other departments to ensure timely invoice approval and smooth workflow

Who This Role Suits
  • A candidate starting their finance career with some exposure to finance or administration

  • Someone who is currently studying or looking to begin AAT qualifications

  • A detail-oriented and organised individual, eager to learn and grow

  • Someone with good communication skills and a willingness to work as part of a team

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is desirable, but not essential

What's on Offer
  • £26,000 salary

  • Excellent opportunity to grow your finance skills in a supportive, on-site team

  • Exposure to a busy, high-volume transactional finance function

  • Modern offices with free on-site parking

  • Long-term progression opportunities within a well-established business

  • Employee support initiatives and internal development potential

If you're ready to take the next step in your finance career or transition from administration into accounts, this is a brilliant opportunity to build a strong foundation.

Apply now or contact us for more information.

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