At a Glance
- Tasks: Process supplier invoices and maintain strong supplier relationships in a busy finance team.
- Company: Established organisation in Peterborough with a supportive finance function.
- Benefits: Earn £14.07 per hour, enjoy flexible hours, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Immediate start available with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in finance while working in a friendly and collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in Purchase Ledger or Finance Administration and strong attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 14.07 - 14.07 £ per hour.
A well-established organisation based in Peterborough is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join its busy finance team on an initial 12-week temporary assignment. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a large, supportive finance function where training, collaboration and flexibility are highly valued.
As a Purchase Ledger Assistant, you will support the efficient processing of supplier invoices and help ensure payments are made accurately and on time. Working within a high-volume environment, you will play a key role in maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting the wider finance team. Your responsibilities will include:
- Processing a high volume of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
- Matching invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes.
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
- Managing supplier and internal stakeholder queries.
- Investigating invoice exceptions and following through to resolution.
- Maintaining accurate supplier records and financial data.
- Supporting payment preparation and accounts administration activities.
- Assisting the wider finance team during busy periods.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience within Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, Finance Administration or Accounts Assistant positions.
- Experience processing invoices within a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Confidence using finance systems and Microsoft Excel.
£14.07 per hour. Full-time hours, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday (flexible start and finish times). Hybrid working available following successful completion of training. Initially 3-4 days per week in the Peterborough office, reducing to 2-3 days once fully trained. Friendly and supportive team environment. Immediate start available. Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a large finance function.
If you have experience within Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, Invoice Processing or Finance Administration and are available at short notice, we’d love to hear from you.
Temporary Purchase Ledger Assistant / Finance Assistant in Peterborough employer: Hays Accounts and Finance
Join a leading international organisation that prioritises payroll as a strategic function, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise will drive meaningful process improvements across multiple European countries. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, this role provides unique opportunities to enhance vendor relationships and ensure operational excellence in a supportive environment. Located in a vibrant region, you will benefit from a collaborative atmosphere that values innovation and compliance, making it an excellent place for professionals seeking rewarding careers.
