Purchase Ledger Clerk

Confidential; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern office in Wilmslow

Supportive team environment

Job summary

KennethBrian Associates is representing a client in Wilmslow seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their Finance team. You will manage supplier invoices, build relationships with internal teams and suppliers, and ensure smooth day-to-day accounts processing in a supportive environment.

The role focuses on maintaining accurate supplier records, processing invoices, and assisting with month-end activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional telephone manner.
• Excellent organisation with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Interpersonal skills to build relationships with internal teams and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Process contractor and supplier invoices across multiple group companies.
• Manage multiple finance mailboxes and ensure timely processing.
• Resolve invoice queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and investigate discrepancies.
• Handle invoices on hold and drive timely resolution to improve processing.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and address outstanding items.
• Post daily cash receipts accurately.
• Set up and maintain supplier accounts per procedures.
• Generate weekly payment runs for approval and payment.
• Support regional teams with ad hoc payment requests.
• Assist with year-end audit information and documentation.
• Provide cross-team support as required.

Skills

Accounts payable

Purchase ledger

Supplier relations

Organisational skills

Communication

Job description

KennethBrian Associates is proud to be a preferred partner to our client, who are a well-established and growing business, in their search for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their Finance team based in the Wilmslow area of Cheshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-focused Accounts Payable professional looking to join a supportive team within a successful organisation. The role will see you managing supplier invoices, building strong relationships with internal teams and suppliers, and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day accounts processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Process contractor and supplier invoices accurately and efficiently across multiple group companies.
• Manage multiple finance mailboxes and ensure invoices are processed in line with agreed procedures.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve invoice queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and investigate any pricing or quantity discrepancies.
• Take ownership of invoices placed on hold, proactively resolving issues to improve future processing.
• Perform monthly supplier statement reconciliations and promptly address any outstanding items.
• Post daily cash receipts accurately.
• Set up and maintain supplier accounts in accordance with company procedures.
• Generate weekly payment runs for approval and payment.
• Support regional teams with ad hoc payment requests and finance-related enquiries.
• Assist with year-end audit requirements by providing information and documentation as requested.
• Provide wider support to the Finance team as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role .
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A professional and confident telephone manner.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships.
• The ability to investigate and resolve supplier account queries efficiently.
• A positive, proactive approach and the ability to work well as part of a team.
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• A flexible attitude and willingness to support other departments when needed.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary.
• Full-time permanent position.
• Monday to Friday working hours, 9:00am to 5:30pm.
• Modern office location in the Wilmslow area
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to develop your finance career within a reputable organisation.