Purchase Ledger Clerk - Temporary

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Job summary

A national recruitment agency is seeking a Temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance department in Meriden. This role involves processing purchase invoices, reconciling statements, and supporting the finance team. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of experience in a finance-related role, proficiency in systems like Sage or SAP, and strong attention to detail. This position offers £13-£14 per hour along with various benefits in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

28 days holiday including bank holidays

NEST pension

Modern office facilities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in a Purchase Ledger or similar finance role.
• Experience using finance or accounting systems is required.
• High attention to detail and accuracy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching, batching and coding invoices.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.

Skills

Purchase Ledger experience

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Strong organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Sage

SAP

Oracle

Job description

A Temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk is sought to join the finance department of an award-winning, national recruitment agency group based in Meriden.

This is a temporary, full-time position until the end of September 2025.

The Role:
As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

- Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
- Matching, batching and coding invoices
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
- Dealing with supplier queries in a professional and timely manner
- Assisting with month-end procedures and payment runs.
- Supporting the wider finance team with ad-hoc administrative duties


The successful Purchase Ledger Clerk should have:

- Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in a Purchase Ledger or similar finance role
- Experience using finance or accounting systems, e.g. Sage, SAP, Oracle, or similar
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, sorting/filtering, data entry)
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude


Benefits:

- £13-£14 per hour
- Free onsite parking
- 28 days holiday including bank holidays (pro rata)
- NEST pension
- Modern office facilities in a scenic location
- A supportive and welcoming team environment
- Hours of work: Monday to Thursday 9am-5.30pm, Friday 9am-5pm


Purchase Ledger Clerk – Temporary

Meriden, Coventry, West Midlands

£13-14 per hour + benefits

Accounts Payable | Finance | Accounting | Purchase Ledger Officer | Purchase Ledger Assistant