Purchase Ledger Clerk

ReQuire Consultancy; Wilton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local finance firm is seeking a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable Assistant to join a supportive finance team in a rural setting. This full-time position offers the chance to engage in a variety of financial tasks while contributing to digital improvements. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience or be studying AAT, alongside strong attention to detail and teamwork skills. In return, the firm offers a competitive salary and a friendly work environment.

Benefits

Friendly close-knit team

Free on-site parking

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role or studying AAT.
• Strong Excel proficiency, willing to learn other systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail and structured approach.

Responsibilities

• Process and post supplier invoices accurately.
• Match delivery notes to purchase orders.
• Reconcile supplier statements and manage queries.

Skills

Experience in Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger

Good IT skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Problem-solving skills

Education

AAT Level 2+

Tools

Excel

Job description

Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable Assistant | Small supportive finance team | Established, successful business | Great rural location (own transport essential)

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger professional looking for a friendly, stable environment where your attention to detail and organisational skills really matter? Or perhaps you’ve gained your AAT Level 2+ and are ready to take the next step in your finance career?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, collaborative Purchase Ledger team (5 people) within a well-established business that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. You’ll be part of a company with a great reputation in its field and a strong, supportive culture, whilst being supported by great staff around you.

What you’ll be doing

• Processing and posting supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching delivery notes to purchase orders
• Reconciling supplier statements and chasing missing invoices
• Dealing with supplier queries and raising price discrepancies
• Supporting weekly and monthly payment runs
• Assisting with audits and ad-hoc finance tasks
• Working closely with the wider finance team to help streamline and digitalise processes

What we’re looking for

• Experience in Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger, or studying AAT
• Good IT skills, especially Excel (training provided on other systems)
• Excellent attention to detail and a structured, methodical approach
• A team player with good communication skills and a proactive attitude
• Someone who enjoys problem solving and improving processes
• A full driving licence (rural office location)

What’s on offer

• Full-time on site, Monday to Friday - No evenings or weekends.
• Friendly, close-knit finance team with great support and training
• Opportunity to get involved in digital process improvements
• Free on-site parking in a scenic countryside setting
• Competitive salary (depending on experience) and benefits

If you’re looking for a hands-on role in a welcoming environment where your contribution will be valued and you enjoy the satisfaction of keeping things running smoothly in Accounts Payable we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now by contacting Sam to this stable local firm and become part of the team