Purchase Ledger Controller
£30,000 - £38,000 DOE
East Kent
Hybrid Working (2 days at home)
Free Parking
Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable professional ready to take ownership of a busy finance function and make a real impact?
We're partnering with a fantastic organisation in East Kent that is looking for a confident and proactive Purchase Ledger Controller to join its established Finance team.
This is more than just an invoice-processing role. You'll play a key part in overseeing the full purchase ledger process, ensuring everything runs smoothly, accurately and efficiently in a high-volume environment - while also having the opportunity to identify improvements and introduce smarter ways of working.
What will you be doing?
- Managing high-volume invoice processing, coding, approvals and payment runs
- Overseeing supplier accounts, reconciliations and resolving queries or discrepancies
- Supporting month-end close, reconciliations and audit requirements
- Monitoring payment requirements and assisting with cash-flow and payment forecasting
- Ensuring strong financial controls and accurate application of accounting principles, VAT and tax
- Working closely with internal teams and suppliers to resolve issues quickly and effectively
- Using Excel and ERP systems to manage and analyse financial information
- Identifying opportunities to improve, streamline and automate AP processes
- Helping ensure deadlines are consistently met in a fast-paced environment
What are we looking for?
- Proven experience in a supervisory Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role
- Strong knowledge of the end-to-end AP process
- Experience managing invoice processing, approvals, payment runs and supplier reconciliations
- Excellent problem-solving skills and confidence resolving discrepancies
- Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems - Microsoft Dynamics would be highly desirable
- A good understanding of accounting principles, VAT/tax and financial controls
- Experience supporting month-end, reconciliations and audits
- The ability to manage competing priorities, tight deadlines and payment schedules
- A proactive mindset, with a genuine interest in process improvement and automation
- Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with and influence stakeholders across the business
Why join?
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Purchase Ledger professional who wants to take ownership, make improvements and have genuine influence within a busy Finance function.
You’ll receive a competitive salary of £30,000 - £38,000 DOE, alongside hybrid working, free parking and a range of attractive benefits, including subsidised food and drinks.
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Purchase Ledger employer: Netbox Recruitment Ltd
Netbox Recruitment Ltd is an excellent employer that values innovation and collaboration, providing a dynamic work environment where finance professionals can thrive. With a strong focus on employee development and a culture that encourages process improvement, team members are empowered to make meaningful contributions while enjoying the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Located in a vibrant area, employees have access to numerous networking opportunities and resources to enhance their careers.
