Due to an unexpected period of sickness leave, we have an urgent requirement for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join a friendly finance team on a temporary basis. This is a great opportunity to step into a fast‑paced environment within a successful business.
The Role
You'll work closely with the Finance and Accounting team to ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions. This role is ideal for someone with strong purchase ledger experience who is confident working at pace and can support the team from day one.
Key Responsibilities
General office administration, including filing and maintaining accurate records
Processing purchase ledger invoices and credit notes in line with company policies
Preparing and processing payments within agreed terms
Managing petty cash requests across our store network
Supporting the wider finance function, including the Purchase Ledger and Customer Accounts teams
What you will need to succeed We are specifically looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
Strong experience in purchase ledger / accounts payable
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work at pace and manage high‑volume invoicing
Confident use of accounting systems and Excel
In return:
You will be employed on a temporary basis for 4-5 weeks, could extend depending on the sickness circumstances.
On site parking
Friendly team
37.5 hours per week 9:00 - 17:00
What you need to do now
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