Purchase Ledger Coordinator, Rosyth

Bella & Duke Ltd; Rosyth; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

3x annual salary

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Company sick pay

Free on-site parking

Free snacks/drinks

Life event day off when you move home,

Company social events

Product discounts

Job summary

Bella+Duke Ltd is seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Coordinator to join the Finance Team in a busy, hybrid environment in the UK. You will manage day-to-day purchase ledger, process supplier invoices, and support bank reconciliations while maintaining accurate records.

The role requires ~1 year in a similar ledger role, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. In addition to a competitive package, the company offers generous benefits and a supportive, pet-friendly office

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a similar Purchase Ledger or accounts payable role.
• Experience processing supplier invoices and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Excel advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process and accurately record supplier invoices.
• Manage supplier accounts and respond to invoice or payment queries.
• Prepare and process supplier payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain up-to-date purchase ledger records.
• Support bank and credit card reconciliations and sales ledger processes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Proactive problem solving

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger Coordinator to join our Finance Team within a busy, fast-paced environment. This is a key role responsible for managing day-to-day purchase ledger activities, including processing supplier invoices, managing payments and maintaining accurate financial records. The successful candidate will be organised, have strong attention to detail and be confident working independently while following established financial procedures. The role will also involve supporting wider finance activities, including bank and credit card reconciliations and sales ledger processes across our UK and international operations.

Tasks and Accountabilities:

• Purchase Ledger (PL) Management
  Process and accurately record supplier invoices.
  Manage supplier accounts and respond to invoice or payment queries.
  Prepare and process supplier payments.
  Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies
  Maintain accurate and up-to-date purchase ledger records
  Arrange virtual cards for business travel and accommodation.
• Banking and Reconciliations
  complete bank and credit card reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies
  Maintain accurate records of banking transactions.
• General Ledger (GL) Support
  Assist with the preparation and maintenance of Prepayments and Accruals.
• Sales Ledger (SL) Support
  Process Sales ledger invoices.
  Process and record customer remittances.
  Raise and Record Sales ledger credit notes.

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive and may evolve in line with needs of the business. The postholder may be required to undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the nature and level of the role.

Desired Experience:

• A minimum of 1 year’s experience in a similar Purchase Ledger, accounts payable or book keeping role, ideally within a high volume processing environment.
• Experience of processing supplier invoices and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Previous experience using accounting software and microsoft excel would be advantageous

Key Attributes:

• Strong organisational skills and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail, including the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks and use initiative within the scope of the role.
• A proactive approach to problem solving, with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and external suppliers..
• self‑motivated, reliable and comfortable working in a busy, deadline-driven environment.
• A supportive team player with a flexible and collaborative approach.
• Ability to handle sensitive financial information with professionalism and confidentiality.

Working Environment:

• This role sits within a busy and supportive finance team, working closely with colleagues across different departments and external suppliers.
• We offer a collaborative dog-friendly office environment, with hybrid working arrangements available.

Working Pattern:

• This is a permanent full time position (37.5hrs per week); however, we are open to considering part time working arrangements.
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00 -5.00pm
• Hybrid working: Available, subject to business requirements

Additional package features:

• Life assurance, 3x annual salary.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay*
• Company sick pay*
• Free on-site parking.
• Free Snacks/Drinks
• An additional life event day off when you move home, get married, welcome a child/grandchild, or get a new pet.
• Company social events throughout the year.
• Discounts on products.

Salary: £27,300 per annum (FTE), pro rata for part time hours.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

At Bella+Duke we champion pet health and wellbeing, challenging the status-quo so that pet-centred, species-appropriate nutrition becomes the natural choice for every pet owner. We’re pet people and know that pets are always by our side, through thick and thin, making our lives better. Our pets have always been right by us, it’s time we do right by them too.

With a vision for improving overall pet health and wellness, we focus on nutrition and pet behaviour and supporting pet owners to give their pets the happy, healthy, and long life that they deserve. Our passion for wellness extends to our employees too. With shared values, ethos, and culture, we have created a workplace for both our employees and their pets that focuses on wellbeing as well as ambitious growth.