Purchase Ledger Clerk

Time Recruitment; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern office location in Wilmslow

Supportive team environment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Time Recruitment is supporting a Wilmslow-based business in their search for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join the Finance team in the Wilmslow area. You will manage supplier invoices, liaise with internal teams and ensure day-to-day accounts processes run smoothly.

Working Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm, this full-time role offers a friendly, supportive team and opportunities to develop your finance career within a reputable organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger roles.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Team player with proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Process contractor and supplier invoices across multiple group companies.
• Manage multiple finance mailboxes and ensure invoices follow procedures.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve invoice queries.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and investigate pricing discrepancies.
• Take ownership of invoices on hold and resolve issues.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and address outstanding items.
• Post daily cash receipts accurately.
• Set up and maintain supplier accounts.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Purchase Ledger

Communication

Organisation

Job description

Purchase Ledger Clerk

Wilmslow area

Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm

Full-Time, Permanent

Time Recruitment is proud to be a preferred recruitment partner to our client, 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.
• The confidence to escape issues appropriately when required.
• 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.

If you're an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next opportunity in Wilmslow, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today through Time Recruitment for immediate consideration.