Salary:
£25000 - £27000
Location:
Hertfordshire
Contract Type:
Permanent
A European manufacturing business based in Letchworth are recruiting a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join the team.
Location: Letchworth
Salary: £25,000 – £27,000 per annum
Working Pattern: Full-time, permanent, office-based
We are working with a well-established and growing manufacturing business in Letchworth who are looking to add a reliable and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to their finance team.
This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in accounts payable or purchase ledger who is looking for stability, a supportive team, and long-term development in a busy finance function.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Process purchase invoices accurately and efficiently, matching to PO and GRN where required
2. Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies
3. Set up and maintain supplier accounts, ensuring up-to-date and accurate information
4. Manage and process employee expenses and credit card transactions
5. Assist with weekly and monthly payment runs (BACS)
6. Liaise with internal departments and suppliers to resolve invoice and payment queries
7. Support month-end closing with ledger reporting and reconciliations
8. Maintain accurate filing of financial documents in line with audit requirements
About You:
9. Previous experience in a purchase ledger/accounts payable role (ideally 1–2 years minimum)
10. Good understanding of accounting principles and double-entry
11. Confident with Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (experience in manufacturing or stock-based environments is a bonus)
12. Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
13. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
14. Proactive, with the ability to manage own workload and meet deadlines
What’s on Offer:
15. Opportunity to join a successful, growing manufacturing business with long-term prospects
16. Fully office-based role in a friendly, supportive environment
17. Free on-site parking and other company benefits
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