Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger professional ready to take the next step in your career?
We are looking for a Purchase Ledger Supervisor to join a busy finance team based in Derby. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced purchase ledger specialist who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes and supporting a small team.
As Purchase Ledger Supervisor, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the purchase ledger function, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and efficiently while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. You will play a key role in supporting the wider finance team, ensuring controls and processes are followed and helping to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and support the day-to-day purchase ledger function
- Lead, motivate and develop members of the purchase ledger team
- Ensure invoices are accurately processed and authorised in a timely manner
- Manage supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
- Oversee payment runs and ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time
- Deal with supplier queries and maintain strong working relationships
- Monitor outstanding invoices and ensure aged items are appropriately investigated
- Assist with month-end close and purchase ledger reporting
- Ensure purchase ledger processes and controls are consistently followed
- Identify and implement improvements to finance processes and procedures
- Work closely with other departments to resolve invoice and payment queries
About You
We are looking for someone with solid purchase ledger experience who is now ready to take on a supervisory position, or an experienced Purchase Ledger Supervisor looking for their next challenge.
You will ideally have
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience, or the desire and capability to step into a leadership role
- Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Experience with supplier reconciliations and payment runs
- Strong Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems
- The ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement
If you are an experienced Purchase Ledger professional looking for a role where you can take ownership and lead a small team, we'd love to discuss this with your further.
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Purchase Ledger Supervisor employer: Eaton Syalon Ltd
Eaton Syalon is an excellent employer located in Burton upon Trent, offering a supportive work culture that values employee growth and development. With a competitive salary range of £28,000 – £32,000, generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for training, this role as a Purchase Ledger Assistant not only provides stability but also the chance to expand your responsibilities over time in a collaborative team environment. Join us to be part of a dynamic business where your contributions are recognised and rewarded.
