Job Description
Purchase Ledger Clerk (6–Month Assignment) Rate: GBP14.29ph Location: Office–based (5 days per week) Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (35–hour week with 1–hour lunch break) Duration: 6 months (initially) An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy finance team on a 6–month basis, with room for review later down the line. This role has become available due to a recent departure within the team and offers the chance to join a supportive and collaborative accounts function. Working within a team of five in an open–plan office environment, you will be responsible for managing a designated section of the purchase ledger. Key Responsibilities: – Processing and maintaining purchase ledger transactions accurately and efficiently – Matching purchase invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes – Managing supplier accounts and resolving invoice queries – Completing monthly statement reconciliations – Liaising with suppliers and internal departments to ensure timely resolution of discrepancies – Supporting the wider finance team with purchase ledger–related duties as required About You: – Previous experience working within a purchase ledger or accounts payable role – Strong attention to detail and accuracy – Ability to manage a high–volume workload in a fast–paced environment – Good communication and organisational skills – Experience using finance systems (ERP/accounting software) would be advantageous The Team & Environment: – Friendly and supportive finance team – Diverse workforce with a broad range of experience – High–volume purchase ledger environment, processing approximately 4,000 invoices per month across the team This is an excellent opportunity for a purchase ledger professional looking for an immediate contract position within a stable and well–established business.