Purchase ledger/ General Accounts assistant

Cummins Mellor; Padiham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established and growing business in Padiham is seeking an Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger Assistant. This full-time role involves managing purchase ledger processes, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions, and supporting general accounts activities. Candidates should have a keen attention to detail, good Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities. The company offers competitive salary, employee discounts, and development opportunities within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee discount

Casual dress environment

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Some previous experience in purchase ledger or general accounts is preferred but not essential.
• You must have excellent communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude.
• A full driving license is required for travel to the Altham site.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching and coding invoices.
• Reconciliation of supplier statements.
• Assisting with month-end routines.
• Maintaining accurate financial records.
• Liaising with suppliers to resolve queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good working knowledge of Excel

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Ability to manage workload

Tools

Sage 200

Job description

Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger Assistant

📍 Padiham
💼 Full‑time | Permanent

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well‑established and growing business for an Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in accounts within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role

Reporting into the finance function, you will be responsible for supporting day‑to‑day purchase ledger and general accounts activities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across financial processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching and coding invoices
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
• Assisting with month‑end routines, including accruals
• Maintaining accurate financial records and files
• Supporting wider accounts and administration tasks such as sales ledger, bank reconciliations, and ad‑hoc month‑end duties
• Liaising with suppliers and internal departments to resolve queries in a timely manner

About You

This role would suit someone with previous experience in purchase ledger or general accounts, though this is not essential as training can be provided.

You will ideally have:

• A strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Good working knowledge of Excel
• Previous experience using accounting software (Sage 200 advantageous but not essential)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
• A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• A full driving licence, as travel to the Altham site is required

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary
• Employee discount
• Casual dress environment
• Free on‑site parking

If you’re looking for a varied accounts role with genuine development potential, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.