Purchase Ledger Lead & Accounts Assistant

ACS Staffing Solutions; Olney; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ACS Staffing Solutions is recruiting an experienced Accounts Assistant to join its finance team in Northamptonshire. You will take ownership of the purchase ledger, process supplier invoices, and manage monthly payment runs in a busy, hands-on environment.

This role combines day-to-day finance with stock administration and requires good Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting colleagues across the business.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchase ledger or accounts assistant roles.
• Solid understanding of finance processes and purchase ledger procedures.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Good Microsoft Excel skills and confidence using accounting software.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to support other departments when needed.
• Ability to manage responsibilities independently while working effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the purchase ledger, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare and manage monthly supplier payment runs.
• Reconcile credit card transactions and associated invoices.
• Review delivery documentation and assist with stock administration.
• Check import documentation, investigate discrepancies and resolve any issues.
• Build effective working relationships with suppliers, warehouse colleagues and internal departments.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure documentation is up to date.
• Support business improvement projects and contribute to general administrative duties as required.

Skills

Purchase Ledger experience

Finance processes

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Proactive attitude

Independent working

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

ACS Staffing Solutions is recruiting an experienced Accounts Assistant to join its finance team in Northamptonshire. You will take ownership of the purchase ledger, process supplier invoices, and manage monthly payment runs in a busy, hands-on environment.

This role combines day-to-day finance with stock administration and requires good Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting colleagues across the business.