At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise the Purchase Ledger team and ensure timely processing of invoices and payments.
- Company: Join a dynamic finance team focused on continuous improvement and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Great opportunity for growth in a fast-paced finance setting.
- Why this job: Lead a team and make a real impact in financial operations and supplier relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in purchase ledger supervision and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 29974 - 36634 £ per year.
About the Role
As Purchase Ledger Supervisor, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day operations of the Purchase Ledger team. You’ll ensure invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time, while managing supplier relationships and supporting continuous improvement across the function. You’ll also play a key role in maintaining financial controls and supporting wider finance activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Operations
- Oversee the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, credit notes, and expenses
- Manage invoice matching, batching, and coding processes
- Maintain and reconcile supplier accounts
- Review and approve payment runs in line with agreed terms
- Resolve complex queries with suppliers and internal teams
- Compliance & Reporting
- Ensure adherence to financial controls, policies, and audit requirements
- Support month-end and year-end processes
- Produce reports on aged creditors, KPIs, and ledger performance
- Assist with internal and external audits
- Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, mentor, and support a team of Purchase Ledger Clerks
- Allocate workloads and monitor performance to meet deadlines
- Conduct regular 1:1s and team meetings
- Support team development and continuous improvement
About You
- Proven experience in a purchase ledger / accounts payable supervisory role
- Strong understanding of end-to-end purchase ledger processes
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
- Proficient in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
Purchase Ledger Supervisor in Leeds employer: The Lanes Group
At Lanes Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous training opportunities and the chance to work on impactful projects within our Microsoft ecosystem. With a flexible remote working environment and occasional travel to our offices, we ensure our team members can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to meaningful solutions in the wastewater and drainage sector.
