Part Time Purchase Ledger Assistant

NXT Recruitment LTD; Kentucky; On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

NXT Recruitment is supporting a well-established company in Longtown, Carlisle, seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant on a fixed-term basis. The role suits someone with purchase ledger or finance administration experience who enjoys a busy, detail-focused environment.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, recording purchases, managing supplier accounts, and supporting the finance team with ad-hoc tasks. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchase ledger or a similar finance role.
• Familiar with high-volume invoicing and supplier queries.
• Proactive and detail-oriented with strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure all purchases are recorded, authorised, and accounted for.
• Manage supplier accounts by clearing invoices, resolving queries, and maximising monthly discounts.
• Control inter-company accounts and debit notes.
• Record overhead costs and account for VAT.
• Support the wider finance team with ad-hoc tasks as required.

Skills

Purchase ledger experience

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

SAP Business One

Job description

Job Type: Fixed Term, end of year
Hours: 24 hours per week, worked over 3 consecutive days
Location: Longtown, Carlisle
Salary: £13.21 p/hour

NXT Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established company that is looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their finance team on a fixed-term basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in purchase ledger or finance administration who enjoys working in a busy, detail-focused role.

Responsibilities:

• Process a high volume of invoices accurately and efficiently
• Ensure all purchases are recorded, authorised, and accounted for
• Manage supplier accounts by clearing invoices, resolving queries, and maximising monthly discounts
• Control inter-company accounts and debit notes
• Record overhead costs and account for VAT
• Support the wider finance team with ad-hoc tasks as required

Skills:

• Previous experience in purchase ledger or a similar finance role
• Confident, proactive, and highly organised approach
• Strong knowledge of Excel spreadsheets
• Professional and clear telephone manner when dealing with suppliers and colleagues
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all communications and records
• Team player with good communication skills
• Experience with SAP Business One would be an advantage but not essential