At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage purchase ledger processes and build strong supplier relationships.
- Company: Established organisation in Tenbury Wells with a supportive finance team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £30,000 and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Enjoy a proactive role with excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic finance team and make a real impact on financial operations.
- Qualifications: Experience in purchase ledger and strong attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger or Accounts Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a busy and supportive finance team? We are recruiting for a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Assistant to join an established organisation based in Tenbury Wells. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong purchase ledger experience who enjoys working accurately, building strong supplier relationships and playing an important role in the wider finance function.
Reporting to the Group Financial Controller and Site Finance Head, you will take ownership of the end-to-end purchase ledger process, while also supporting month-end activities, reconciliations, payment runs and working capital management.
The Role
- Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
- Matching invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes
- Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies
- Maintaining accurate supplier records and master data
- Preparing and maintaining monthly accrual schedules
- Supporting month-end close activities, reporting and reconciliations
- Completing regular GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced) reconciliations
- Investigating and resolving aged or unmatched GRNI balances
- Liaising with procurement teams and suppliers to resolve queries
- Supporting weekly payment runs and coordinating material purchases with the Cash & Treasury Accountant
- Completing regular supplier statement reconciliations
- Managing aged creditors and ensuring timely supplier payments
- Supporting creditor days monitoring and cash flow planning
- Maintaining strong financial controls and accurate audit trails
- Supporting year-end audit requirements relating to payables
About You
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good organisational and time management skills
- The ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies
- Excellent communication skills when dealing with suppliers and internal teams
- A proactive approach and the ability to work independently
If you're an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Payable Assistant or Accounts Assistant looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you!
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