At a Glance
- Tasks: Process invoices, reconcile statements, and support the finance team in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Sir Robert McAlpine, a family-owned business with a rich history in iconic construction projects.
- Benefits: Flexible benefits, competitive rewards, and performance-related progression opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to diversity and supporting agile working.
- Why this job: Be part of building Britain's future heritage while developing your career in finance.
- Qualifications: Experience in Accounts Payable, strong Excel skills, and a detail-oriented mindset.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
SRM are recruiting for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk. This is a great opportunity to join a busy Transactional Finance team, providing accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments based at our Group Services office in Kings Langley, Hertfordshire. You will play a key role in supporting all aspects of the Purchase Ledger function, to deliver high-quality support to the business.
Key responsibilities:
- Process high volumes of invoices, ensuring accurate coding and timely approval routing
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies or missing items
- Act as a key contact for suppliers and internal teams, managing queries via phone and email
- Maintain purchase ledger systems, including e-invoicing, approval workflows, and supplier data
- Support the wider team to ensure deadlines are met and provide cover where needed
Your profile:
- You are highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident working to deadlines within a fast-paced finance environment.
- A strong team player, you take pride in delivering accurate work and providing excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.
- You will need experience in Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger.
- Familiarity with finance systems (e.g. JD Edwards, COINS, Sage, Oracle).
- Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
- Previous experience working in construction will be desirable.
We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.
Sir Robert McAlpine is committed to being a truly inclusive employer. Even if you do not meet every single requirement, we would still love to hear from you, especially if you are part of a group that is under-represented in the construction industry. We recognise that talented people come from a wide range of backgrounds and circumstances, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, we strive to create a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment where every member of our team feels valued, respected, and able to achieve their full potential.
Purchase Ledger Clerk (Kings Langley) employer: Sir Robert McAlpine
At Sir Robert McAlpine, we pride ourselves on being a family-owned business that values its people and fosters a supportive work culture. Located in Kings Langley, our Transactional Finance team offers a dynamic environment where you can grow your career while contributing to iconic projects that shape Britain's future. With competitive rewards, flexible benefits, and a commitment to inclusivity, we empower our employees to thrive both professionally and personally.
