Purchase Ledger Clerk

Acorn-By-Synergie; Stafford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position

Temporary to permanent

Training on internal systems

Supportive finance team

Career development

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join the finance team in Stafford. This full-time, temporary-to-permanent role focuses on processing supplier invoices, matching PO and GRN, and maintaining accurate records.

Training and support on internal accounting systems are provided. The ideal candidate will have prior purchase ledger or accounts payable experience, good numerical and Excel skills, and a methodical, deadline-driven approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Purchase Ledger/Accounts Payable or similar finance role.
• Understanding of purchase invoices, purchase orders and basic accounting processes.
• Experience with accounting software; Navision or Dynamics 365 is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes.
• Apply codes and upload documents to the accounting system.
• Investigate invoice discrepancies and resolve supplier queries.
• Maintain organised electronic financial records.
• Assist with supplier statement reconciliations and month-end activities.
• Support with accruals and accounting period checks.
• Liaise with internal departments to obtain missing invoice information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Tools

Navision

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Salary: GBP13.5 - GBP14 per hour

Purchase Ledger Clerk / Accounts Payable Clerk / Finance Assistant / Accounts Administrator

Stafford | £13.50-£14.00 per hour (DOE) | Full-Time | Temporary to Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join the Finance team of a well-established business in Stafford.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator, or Finance Administrator looking to develop their career within a supportive finance team. You'll play a key role in processing supplier invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting the smooth running of the accounts payable function.

What We Offer

• Full-time position.
• Temporary to permanent opportunity.
• Training and support on internal accounting systems.
• Opportunity to develop your finance and accounts payable experience.
• Supportive and friendly finance team.
• Varied role covering purchase ledger and finance administration.

Key Duties

• Process supplier invoices accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Match invoices against purchase orders and goods received documentation.
• Apply accounting codes and upload documentation to the accounting system.
• Investigate invoice discrepancies and resolve supplier queries.
• Maintain organised electronic financial records.
• Assist with supplier statement reconciliations and account queries.
• Support month-end activities, including accruals and accounting period checks.
• Liaise with internal departments to obtain missing invoice information.
• Carry out general finance and administrative duties as required.
• Follow company financial procedures and internal controls.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Finance Administrator, or in a similar office or finance role is desirable.
• Understanding of purchase invoices, purchase orders, and basic accounting processes.
• Experience using accounting software is beneficial; Navision or Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Good numerical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Reliable, accurate, and able to work to deadlines.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.