Purchase Ledger Specialist

ALD & Aggreg8 Solutions; Great Dunmow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ALD & Aggreg8 Solutions in Barnston, Great Dunmow CM6 is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the finance function with day-to-day accounting tasks, maintaining records, and processing invoices. The role covers accounts administration, banking, VAT/compliance, data entry, and liaising with suppliers and internal teams.

Working hours are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Ideal candidate has experience in accounting admin, basic accounting principles, strong numerical skills, good IT skills

Qualifications

• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices and credit notes accurately.
• Maintain accurate records of financial transactions.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery documentation.
• Assist with supplier payments.
• Resolve invoice queries with suppliers and internal teams.
• Maintain organised electronic and paper filing systems.
• Allocate supplier payments accurately.
• Assist with credit control activities and monitor outstanding balances.
• Reconcile supplier statements and customer accounts.
• Support month-end and year-end accounting procedures.
• Support VAT return preparation and HMRC compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate records for audit purposes.
• Ensure compliance with company financial procedures and controls.
• Provide administrative support to the Accounts Manager.
• Assist with data entry and maintaining accounting systems.
• Support continuous improvement of finance processes.
• Liaise professionally with customers, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and business information.

Skills

Numerical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

ALD & Aggreg8 Solutions in Barnston, Great Dunmow CM6 is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the finance function with day-to-day accounting tasks, maintaining records, and processing invoices. The role covers accounts administration, banking, VAT/compliance, data entry, and liaising with suppliers and internal teams.

Working hours are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Ideal candidate has experience in accounting admin, basic accounting principles, strong numerical skills, good IT skills