Purchase Ledger Controller

Smile Together; Lane End; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing dental organisation in the UK is seeking a meticulous Purchase Ledger Controller to manage accounts payable. This part-time role offers flexibility, requiring two days per week, one of which must be a Wednesday. Responsibilities include maintaining the purchase ledger, processing invoices, and managing supplier queries. Candidates should ideally be AAT qualified or part-qualified with experience in purchase ledger accounting. The organization supports community engagement and offers unique employee benefits including training and wellness programs.

Benefits

27 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays

Occupational pension scheme

Extra paid day off for your birthday

Health and wellbeing support

Training and professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a purchase ledger/accounts payable role.
• If AAT qualified or part-qualified with no experience, full training available.
• Experience in the dental sector is a plus, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the purchase ledger for the company.
• Process supplier invoices accurately and timely.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and process payment runs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Experience using Xero accounting software

Education

AAT qualified or part-qualified student

Tools

Xero

Job description

We are a growing and professional dental organisation seeking a highly organised and meticulous Purchase Ledger Controller to help manage our accounts payable function. This is a part‑time/job share role, ideal for someone looking to balance professional responsibilities with flexibility. Two days per week are currently available: one must be a Wednesday and the other on Monday, Thursday or Friday (further days will be available in the future).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage the purchase ledger for the company
• Obtain approval and process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Manage multiple email accounts and sub‑folders
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and process weekly/monthly payment runs
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments regarding invoice queries
• Assist with month‑end tasks and reporting as required
• Manage annual stock count and valuation

Qualifications

• AAT qualified, part‑qualified student or proven experience in a purchase ledger/accounts payable role
• If you are AAT qualified or a part‑qualified student with no working experience, don’t worry – full training and a PDP is available.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (training is available)
• Experience using Xero accounting software (training is available)
• Experience in the dental sector is a plus, however, not essential

About the Company and Benefits

Are you passionate about helping others and making a real difference? Do you want to be part of a team where your work truly impacts your community, the environment, and the future of healthcare? Then Smile Together is the place for you! We are more than just a dental practice – we are proud to be the UK’s first dental practice to be B Corp certified, a Community Interest Company (CIC) and employee‑owned. This means we are committed to doing business differently for the benefit of our people, the communities we serve, and our planet.

We help you develop your skills with access to our Smile Together Training Academy, including continuous professional development.

Workforce benefits package: occupational pension scheme, 27 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays (pro‑rata), National Living Wage Employer, and an extra paid day off to celebrate your birthday! Unique employee‑ownership benefits: shareholder opportunities, community involvement, and half‑day paid volunteer time through Plant One or a charity of your choice.

Health and wellbeing support: comprehensive wellbeing programme through Health Assured – access to mental and physical health tools, 24‑hour helplines, structured therapy, and more.