Purchase Ledger & Payroll Assistant

Sewell Wallis Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A local finance support company in Bradford is seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger & Payroll Assistant to join their finance team. This role requires strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy, alongside previous experience in purchase ledger. The successful candidate will process invoices, assist with payroll tasks, and ensure compliance with financial procedures. The position offers a salary of up to £31,000 and benefits including 25 days holiday and strong progression opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus statutory holidays

On site parking

Collaborative team environment

Strong progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger role is essential.
• Experience with payroll processes is an advantage.
• Knowledge of SAGE would be highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices in a timely and accurate manner.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries promptly.
• Prepare payment runs and maintain up-to-date ledger records.
• Support monthly payroll tasks, including data checks and inputting timesheets.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Strong communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Proficiency in accounting software

Experience in purchase ledger

Tools

SAGE

Excel

Job description

Sewell Wallis is partnering with a long-standing business in Bradford, West Yorkshire, that is seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger & Payroll Assistant to join its team and provide essential support within the finance function.

We are looking for a detail-focused and proactive Purchase Ledger & Payroll Assistant to join the finance team. This role would suit someone who enjoys working with numbers and requires accuracy, good organisation, and a positive approach to teamwork.

What will you be doing?

• Process supplier invoices in a timely and accurate manner.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries promptly.
• Prepare payment runs and maintain up-to-date ledger records.
• Support monthly payroll tasks. This includes inputting timesheets, checking data for accuracy, and assisting with payroll queries.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial procedures.

What skills are we looking for?

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger role is essential.
• Experience with payroll processes is an advantage.
• Knowledge of SAGE would be highly beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Confident using accounting software and Excel.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• A methodical and organised approach to managing workload.

What's in it for you?

• Up to £31,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays.
• On site parking.
• Collaborative team who are looking to help people learn and develop.
• Strong progression opportunities.

Send us your CV below, or contact Emma Johnsen for more information.

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful.