Purchase Ledger Clerk

Serve Talent; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based recruitment agency is seeking a detail-driven Purchase Ledger Clerk to support the finance function in Norwich. The role involves processing high volumes of purchase invoices, reconciling supplier statements, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role, strong organisational skills, and be competent in Microsoft Excel. This position requires good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team while managing supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and confidence in managing supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices with accuracy.
• Matching, batching, and coding invoices.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Managing the shared accounts inbox and responding to supplier queries.
• Supporting month-end processes relating to accounts payable.
• Bank reconciliation for the whole UK business.
• Preparing and completing month-end AP reports.
• Preparing and processing weekly payment runs.

Skills

Purchase ledger expertise

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Purchase Ledger Clerk

Location: Norwich, Norfolk
Employment Type: Full time
Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)

We are seeking a detail-driven Purchase Ledger Clerk to support the finance function with accurate processing, reconciliation, and maintenance of supplier accounts. This is a key role within the finance team, ensuring efficient invoice handling, timely payments, and accurate financial records.

Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices with accuracy.
• Matching, batching, and coding invoices.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Managing the shared accounts inbox and responding to supplier queries.
• Supporting month-end processes relating to accounts payable.
• Bank reconciliation for the whole UK business.
• Preparing and completing month-end AP reports.
• Preparing and processing weekly payment runs.
• Posting payments accurately into the system.
• Handling any ad hoc AP tasks as required.
• Supporting annual audits with all AP-related documentation and queries.
• Ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial procedures.
• Maintaining organised and accurate financial records.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and confidence in managing supplier relationships.
• Competent in Microsoft Excel and finance systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

How to apply

Interested in applying?

Call Lewis Woollard directly on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) with your CV.