Purchase Ledger Lead - Path to Management Accounting

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited is seeking a Purchase Ledger Controller for a permanent, office-based role within a busy finance team. The role focuses on more than invoice processing and offers exposure to month-end activities.

You will work closely with the Finance Controller and Management Accountant to ensure smooth purchase ledger operations and assist with reconciliations, reporting and accruals.

Qualifications

• Previous Purchase Ledger experience is essential.
• Experience reconciling supplier statements and running payments.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process authorised purchase invoices and credit notes accurately.
• Manage purchase orders and GRNI/PO processes for accuracy.
• Match delivery notes to POs and record part numbers.
• Maintain the purchase ledger inbox and ensure timely approvals.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare weekly and monthly supplier payment runs.
• Support month-end close including accruals and reconciliations.
• Assist with sales ledger when required.

Skills

Purchase ledger

Supplier statements

Invoice processing

Excel

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited is seeking a Purchase Ledger Controller for a permanent, office-based role within a busy finance team. The role focuses on more than invoice processing and offers exposure to month-end activities.

You will work closely with the Finance Controller and Management Accountant to ensure smooth purchase ledger operations and assist with reconciliations, reporting and accruals.