Senior Purchase Ledger

Uxbridge Employment Agency; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk for a temporary 3-month contract in Maidenhead. The role involves managing supplier accounts, performing reconciliations, and supporting process improvements. Candidates should have strong Excel skills and a background in finance. The position offers up to GBP40,000 pro rata and a supportive working environment with opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

30 days holiday including bank holidays

Pension scheme and life assurance

Company sick pay

Discounted products and on-site meals

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing supplier queries by phone and email.
• Conduct monthly supplier statement reconciliations.
• Maintain supplier accounts across group companies.
• Assist with purchase order process improvements.
• Support cross-functional teams and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Strong Excel and MS Office skills

Proven background in a similar purchase ledger or finance role

Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

Comfortable working to tight deadlines in a busy finance environment

Proactive problem-solver with strong communication skills

Flexible team player with a positive attitude

Tools

Business Central

Job description

Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk Temporary Contract
Location: Maidenhead
Salary: Up to GBP40,000 pro rata (depending on experience)
Contract: Temporary 3 Months
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm (35 hours per week)

Are you a highly organised finance professional with a passion for accuracy, reconciliation, and process improvement? We re supporting a long-established local business in their search for an experienced Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance team on a 3-month temporary contract.

If you re confident with supplier accounts, enjoy fast-paced environments, and are looking to make a meaningful contribution, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

What you ll be doing:

• Managing and resolving supplier queries by phone and email
• Performing monthly supplier statement reconciliations
• Updating and maintaining supplier accounts across group companies
• Assisting with purchase order process improvements and systems updates
• Supporting cross-functional teams and mentoring junior colleagues where required

What we re looking for:

• Strong Excel and MS Office skills
• Proven background in a similar purchase ledger or finance role
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable working to tight deadlines in a busy finance environment
• Familiarity with Business Central (desirable but not essential)
• Proactive problem-solver with strong communication skills
• Flexible team player with a positive attitude

What s in it for you?

• Competitive pro rata salary up to GBP40,000 DOE
• 30 days holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 35 with service
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Company sick pay
• Discounted products and on-site meals
• Friendly, supportive team and values-driven business culture
• Training and development opportunities during your time with the business

What to do now:

If this sounds like the right fit for your skills and experience, apply today and we ll be in touch if shortlisted.

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