Purchase Ledger Manager

Focus Group; Shoreham-by-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus Group in Shoreham-by-Sea (Hybrid) is seeking a Purchase Ledger Manager to own the purchase ledger across the business. You will lead a small finance team, ensure invoices are processed accurately and on time, and oversee supplier payments in line with terms.

The role offers the chance to drive process improvements, develop people, manage supplier relationships, reconcile statements, and support payroll-related deductions, while maintaining robust controls and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing a high-volume purchase ledger function.
• Experience leading and motivating a finance team.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the purchase ledger function across Focus Group, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Manage and develop the Purchase Ledger team, providing coaching, support, and performance management.
• Oversee fortnightly payment runs, ensuring suppliers are paid in line with agreed terms.
• Manage supplier account creation and maintenance.
• Resolve supplier queries and invoice disputes promptly and professionally.
• Ensure invoices are matched and verified against purchase orders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Review and improve purchase ledger processes, controls, and efficiencies.
• Reconcile company credit card statements and oversee employee expense approvals.
• Support payroll with fuel card deductions and assist with commission reporting.
• Ensure key deadlines are met and maintain a high level of accuracy across the function.

Skills

High-volume purchase ledger

Team leadership

Excel

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)

Job description

We're Hiring: Purchase Ledger Manager

Location: Shoreham-by-Sea (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Department: Finance

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger Manager to take ownership of the purchase ledger function across Focus Group.

Leading a small team, you'll be responsible for ensuring the accurate processing of invoices, timely supplier payments, and the smooth running of all accounts payable activities across the business. This is a great opportunity for a proactive finance professional who enjoys driving efficiencies, developing people, and building strong relationships with both suppliers and internal stakeholders.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the purchase ledger function across Focus Group, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Manage and develop the Purchase Ledger team, providing coaching, support, and performance management.
• Oversee fortnightly payment runs, ensuring suppliers are paid in line with agreed terms.
• Manage supplier account creation and maintenance.
• Resolve supplier queries and invoice disputes promptly and professionally.
• Ensure invoices are matched and verified against purchase orders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Review and improve purchase ledger processes, controls, and efficiencies.
• Reconcile company credit card statements and oversee employee expense approvals.
• Support payroll with fuel card deductions and assist with commission reporting.
• Ensure key deadlines are met and maintain a high level of accuracy across the function.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience managing a high-volume purchase ledger function.
• Experience leading and motivating a finance team.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Desirable Skills

• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) or similar ERP/accounting systems.
• Experience within the telecoms, technology, MSP, or managed services sector.