Purchase Ledger Clerk/Office Administrator

Purchase Ledger Clerk / Office Administrator Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum (depending on experience) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm Working Arrangement: Office Based Closing Date: 30th October 2026 About the Role Direct Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for an experienced and highly organised Purchase Ledger Clerk / Office Administrator on behalf of our well-established client. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional, friendly and supportive team within a varied and busy office environment. We are looking for a proactive, personable and detail-oriented individual who enjoys a combination of administrative duties, purchase ledger responsibilities and providing excellent customer service. Key Responsibilities * Acting as the first point of contact for visitors and enquiries, providing a professional and welcoming reception service. * Processing purchase ledger invoices accurately, working alongside the Assistant Accountant. * Preparing annual licences and providing administrative support to management. * Managing general office administration, including filing, scanning, correspondence and postal duties. * Maintaining accurate company vehicle records. * Ordering and managing office supplies. * Updating internal directories, databases and customer records. * Assisting with the renewal of energy and water contracts, including gathering relevant information. * Supporting management with ad-hoc administrative duties. * Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the office and consistently high standards of service. About You The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate: * Previous experience in an administration, accounts administration or purchase ledger role. * Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail. * A professional, friendly and confident telephone manner. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word. * The ability to prioritise tasks and manage a varied workload. * A proactive, flexible and positive approach to work. * An interest in using AI tools, particularly Claude, to improve administrative processes and business efficiency. Previous experience within property management, agriculture or a rural estate environment would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer? * Competitive salary of £28,000 – £30,000, depending on experience. * Full-time, permanent position. * Monday to Friday working hours. * Friendly, supportive and professional working environment. * Varied responsibilities within an established organisation. * Opportunities for training and professional development. Apply Today If you are an organised, enthusiastic and reliable administrator with purchase ledger experience who enjoys working in a busy and varied office environment, we would love to hear from you. Please apply through CV-Library Direct Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy