If you’re the kind of person who likes everything to line up perfectly, every invoice matched, every query resolved, every supplier paid on time, this one’s perfect.
This isn’t a data-entry role. It’s about taking real ownership of the purchase ledger function: keeping it accurate, efficient, and compliant. You’ll be the go-to person for resolving issues, improving processes, and ensuring the finance team always has the right information at the right time.
You’ll work as part of a collaborative finance team within a busy, fast-paced business environment the kind where your input genuinely makes a difference.
What you’ll be doing:
*Overseeing day-to-day purchase ledger operations across multiple sites or cost centres
*Processing and matching invoices, purchase orders, and goods receipts with precision (3-way matching)
*Investigating discrepancies and working with internal teams to resolve issues quickly
*Managing supplier relationships and ensuring payments are made accurately and on schedule
*Performing supplier statement reconciliations and maintaining clean, up-to-date ledgers
*Coordinating invoice approvals and coding processes to ensure compliance with company policy
*Supporting the month-end close with accruals, reconciliations, and reporting
*Assisting with system improvements and contributing to process efficiency projects
*Providing guidance and support to junior team members where needed
What you’ll bring:
*Proven experience in purchase ledger or accounts payable, ideally at a senior level
*A proactive approach to problem-solving and a keen eye for detail
*Strong communication skills for liaising with suppliers, buyers, and internal stakeholders
*Solid Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems (SAP experience is a plus)
*Experience in manufacturing or a similar environment preferred
*The ability to manage your workload and meet deadlines in a fast-moving setting
What’s in it for you:
*£28,000-£32,000 depending on experience
*30 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)
*Private medical cover and a strong pension scheme
*A supportive finance team where accuracy and improvement are genuinely valued
*The chance to take ownership of a key finance function and make it your own
If you’re ready for a role that values accuracy, accountability, and initiative, where you can build on your purchase ledger expertise and take the next step in your finance career, click "apply now".