Purchase ledger

Glacier Energy delivers innovative solutions for the design, manufacture, inspection and repair of critical infrastructure and process equipment for energy and industrial markets. We operate across three areas of expertise including design and manufacturing, inspection services and mechanical solutions across the renewables, oil and gas, chemical and wider energy industries.

We currently have an exciting new opportunity for a Purchase Ledger to join our team in Glasgow. This is an initial 3 months fixed term contract (with possible extension). Full time office based. Working hours Monday – Thursday 08:00 – 17:00, Friday 08:00-14:00.

Role Purpose

We are looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our finance team on a 3-month fixed term contract, with the potential for extension. This is a full‑time, office‑based role supporting the day‑to‑day processing and control of supplier invoices and finance administration across the business. The role would suit either an experienced Purchase Ledger professional or someone at the beginning of their finance career looking to gain hands‑on experience within a busy and supportive environment.

Accountability

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Match purchase orders, delivery notes and invoices where required
• Assist with supplier statement reconciliations and resolve invoice queries
• Support payment runs and ensure supplier accounts are maintained correctly
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding outstanding queries
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems
• Input and manage data across finance systems including Progress Plus, Aessop and Opera
• Support the wider finance team with administrative tasks and reporting requirements
• Assist with month‑end activities and finance deadlines where required
• Ensure all work is completed in line with company procedures and financial controls

Personal Specification

• Previous Purchase Ledger or finance administration experience would be beneficial, but is not essential
• We are open to applications from candidates with no prior experience who are keen to learn and develop within finance
• Good attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workload effectively
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced office environment
• Good communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers and colleagues
• Basic IT skills including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Experience using Progress Plus, Aessop or Opera would be advantageous, but training can be provided
• Positive attitude, reliability and willingness to support the wider team

Values

• Ingenuity - Proactively explores new ways to enhance customer service and improve processes, ensuring solutions are practical, efficient, and support both team effectiveness and customer experience.
• Excellence - Follows through on commitments and ensures tasks are completed as expected, recognising that reliability builds trust and supports team and business success.
• Collaboration - Works effectively as part of the team, understanding how their individual contributions drive overall success and help maintain a strong, commercial focused organisation.
• Respect - Communicates with honesty and respect, demonstrating a commitment to the company’s values.
• Accountability - Takes responsibility for setting and managing clear expectations, ensuring customers receive a reliable and professional service while supporting internal teams in delivering on commitments.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Attractive Group Personal Pension Plan
• Pension via Salary Exchange
• 33 days holiday per annum (inclusive of company recognised public holidays) (pro‑rated to start date)
• Employee assistant programme offering health and wellbeing via a smartphone app
• Virtual GP and Second Medical Opinion Service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year