At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Finance team to manage payroll and purchase ledger activities with precision.
- Company: Dynamic construction company focused on teamwork and integrity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £30,000, supportive work environment, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced finance environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a busy team where your attention to detail makes a real difference.
- Qualifications: Experience in payroll and purchase ledger, ideally with SAGE software.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
- Payroll & Purchase Ledger Administrator | Permanent | up to £30,000
- The Company
- My client is in the construction sector
The role
My client is looking for an organised and detail-focused Payroll & Purchase Ledger Administrator to join our Finance team.
This role will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll and purchase ledger activities, while supporting the wider Finance function.
Key responsibilities
- Process weekly and monthly payroll, including holidays, absences, PAYE, NI and other statutory deductions.
- Maintain accurate employee and payroll records and assist with payroll returns.
- Process and code purchase invoices, ensuring correct authorisation and matching to purchase orders.
- Prepare payment runs and reconcile supplier statements and accounts.
- Manage subcontractor ledger activities, including CIS checks and monthly statements.
- Support month-end processes, including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Process and review employee expenses and petty cash.
- Provide financial information and documentation for audit purposes.
- Respond to payroll and supplier queries and liaise with operational teams.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and support system developments.
- Undertake other finance administration duties as required.
- Personal Profile
- Experience in payroll processing and purchase ledger administration, ideally using SAGE Payroll and SAGE 50.
- Knowledge of CIS, Reverse Charge VAT and supplier reconciliations are not essential
- Good understanding of basic accounting principles; AAT or similar qualification is desirable.
- Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Good communication skills and the confidence to work with colleagues, suppliers and operational teams.
- An understanding of UK financial reporting requirements.
- What We’re Looking For
You'll be a reliable and approachable team player who takes ownership of their work and is committed to getting things right.
We value integrity, honesty, inclusivity, resilience and a willingness to learn and develop.
If you have strong attention to detail and enjoy working as part of a busy Finance team, we'd love to hear from you.
For further information, please contact Rhian Mountjoy
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Payroll & Purchase Ledger Administrator in Gloucester employer: Seymour John Ltd
Join a dynamic team in Newtown, Powys, where your expertise as an Accounts Payable Process & Systems Specialist will be valued and impactful. With a hybrid working model and a competitive salary of up to £36,000 plus benefits, this role offers a supportive work culture that encourages continuous improvement and professional growth. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across the business, driving efficiencies and optimising processes in a fast-paced environment that values innovation and teamwork.
