Purchase Ledger/General Accounts Assistant in Padiham

Purchase Ledger/General Accounts Assistant

Company: What More UK Limited

Salary: Dependent on experience

Hours: Full-time – 40 hours

Contract: Permanent

About What More UK Limited: What More UK Limited is a leading manufacturer of household plastics and bakeware products, based in Padiham, Lancashire. We are committed to producing high-quality, innovative products that are trusted by households worldwide.

About the Role: We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger / General Accounts Assistant to join our friendly finance team. This is a varied role that will suit someone with strong organisational skills and a keen eye for accuracy, supporting the smooth running of our day-to-day accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching and coding invoices.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies.
• Assisting with month-end routines and accruals.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and files.
• Assisting with general accounts and administration duties as required (e.g. sales ledger, bank reconciliations, ad hoc month-end tasks).
• Liaising with suppliers and internal departments to resolve queries promptly.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or general accounts role ideal but not a requirement.
• Driving license required for travel to our Altham site.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Competent user of Excel. Previous use of accounting software (Sage 200 is beneficial but not essential).
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and support the team.

What We Offer

• Casual Dress
• Free, on-site parking

If you’re looking for a stable, varied, and rewarding role within a busy finance department, we’d love to hear from you!

To Apply

Please send your CV to juliet.davies@whatmoreuk.com