Purchase Ledger Clerk, Full Time

Wellington Estates are recruiting a Full Time Purchase Ledger Clerk. Join us and contribute to the financial success of Wellington Estates while advancing your career in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are seeking a detailed oriented and experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our team at Wellington Estates. As an integral part of our finance department, the ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records. The department processes a high volume of work and ideal applicants will be flexible, self‑motivated, have a sound knowledge of Excel and be able to multitask and prioritise effectively. You must have the Right to Work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

THE ROLE

• You must be a committed team player who can focus on the task of achieving the common goals of the team.
• You will possess a positive attitude to your work, maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, and have strong communication skills.
• This role is essential in maintaining strong supplier relationships, ensuring proper approvals, and upholding financial integrity through effective reconciliation and reporting.
• Process all supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Code invoices correctly in line with the estate’s chart of accounts.
• Ensure narrative on postings is thorough enough for analysis at management accounts stage.
• Manage queries with suppliers and internal teams to ensure prompt resolution.
• Monitor and manage aged creditors, ensuring no unapproved balances remain.
• Reconcile supplier statements monthly, investigate discrepancies, and ensure ledgers reflect accurate balances.
• Ensure that direct debit invoices are downloaded, matched, and posted promptly to avoid negative balances.
• Follow up on unallocated payments and credit balances to ensure timely resolution.
• Collate and check all payment requests in line with the weekly and monthly payment run schedules.
• Ensure all purchase ledger activity is complete and accurate for the month‑end close.

YOUR SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

This is a role for someone with a proactive approach to problem solving and strong communication skills. Must have the ability to manage workload and hit deadlines. A commitment to continual improvement is a must for the role. Business Central experience would be preferred but is not essential. You must have good IT skills and familiarisation with Microsoft Office products.

THE PERSON

• Fast Learner: Exhibits a keen aptitude for rapidly assimilating new information, concepts, and procedures.
• Eye for detail: Possesses a sharp and meticulous focus on identifying and rectifying errors.
• Ability to work quickly: Demonstrates efficiency and proficiency in completing tasks within tight deadlines whilst maintaining high standards.
• Organised: Able to manage multiple deadlines.
• Conscientiousness: Displays a strong sense of responsibility, reliability and integrity in all tasks and interactions.
• Diligence: Shows consistent dedication to perseverance in completing tasks to a high standard with attention to detail and accuracy.

BENEFITS

Excellent staff discounts are available across all Wellington Estate businesses including Wellington Country Park, Wellington Farm Shop, Wellington Riding, The Barns at Wellington, The Iron Duke, Wellington Arms Hotel & Bruce’s Doggy Daycare.