Purchase Ledger Manager

Sja's West; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity is seeking a Purchase Ledger Manager to ensure the effective operation of the Purchase Ledger Function. This role involves processing transactions efficiently and leading a dedicated team to provide excellent service. You'll have the opportunity to implement change and foster a performance culture while maintaining strong financial controls. With a supportive work environment that values growth and work-life balance, this position is perfect for someone passionate about making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Competitive salary and pension scheme

33 days holiday, increasing to 38 days

Cycle to work scheme

Electric Vehicle scheme

Health and Wellbeing portal

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on various services and products

Qualifications

• Experience managing a large purchase ledger.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and on time.
• Manage weekly payment runs with robust controls.
• Lead and develop the purchase ledger team.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Accounting Principles

Purchase Ledger Management

Education

GCSEs in Maths

GCSEs in English

Job description

This role will ensure the effective operation of the Purchase Ledger Function through a strong financial control environment. It involves processing transactions efficiently and accurately to ensure timely payments to suppliers. The role provides leadership to the Purchase Ledger team, delivering excellent service to St John people and suppliers, with opportunities for development and change management.

Role: Purchase Ledger Manager

Location: Sheffield

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 28th May 2025

Our offer to you

We offer a supportive culture with opportunities for growth, a healthy work-life balance, and recognition for your contributions. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing to 38 days over 5 years
• Cycle to work and Electric Vehicle schemes
• Health and Wellbeing portal, Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on various services and products including Blue Light, NHS, mobile phones, gyms, cinemas, restaurants, holidays, and shopping

About Us

Join a team of over 1,416 employees and 31,000 volunteers dedicated to saving lives through first aid services, training, and campaigning. As a historic charity, we aim to create a healthier, safer, more resilient future.

We support communities with physical and mental health first aid, community response and outreach, and training programs. Our social enterprise delivers first aid training and medical supplies.

Job Summary

This role ensures the smooth operation of the Purchase Ledger, maintaining strong financial controls, and leading the team to provide excellent service and implement change.

About You

You should have at least GCSEs in Maths and English, experience managing a large purchase ledger, and in-depth knowledge of accounting principles. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills are essential.

About the Role

• Process supplier invoices accurately and on time, ensuring controls are in place
• Complete monthly supplier reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Manage weekly payment runs with robust controls
• Build relationships with suppliers and stakeholders, resolving queries
• Manage email query queues, provide reports and analysis, and mitigate risks
• Ensure compliance with laws, standards, GDPR, and confidentiality
• Lead, develop, and manage the purchase ledger team, fostering a performance culture

Additional details are available on our website or upon clicking apply. We encourage early applications as we may close the vacancy early due to high volume.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting various networks and promoting a respectful environment. All successful applicants will undergo safeguarding checks, including DBS clearance if applicable.