Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk – Temporary Contract Location: Maidenhead Salary: Up to £40,000 pro rata (depending on experience) Contract: Temporary – 3 Months Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (35 hours per week) Are you a highly organised finance professional with a passion for accuracy, reconciliation, and process improvement? We’re supporting a long-established local business in their search for an experienced Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance team on a 3-month temporary contract. If you’re confident with supplier accounts, enjoy fast-paced environments, and are looking to make a meaningful contribution, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. What you’ll be doing: • Managing and resolving supplier queries by phone and email • Performing monthly supplier statement reconciliations • Updating and maintaining supplier accounts across group companies • Assisting with purchase order process improvements and systems updates • Supporting cross-functional teams and mentoring junior colleagues where required What we’re looking for: • Strong Excel and MS Office skills • Proven background in a similar purchase ledger or finance role • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail • Comfortable working to tight deadlines in a busy finance environment • Familiarity with Business Central (desirable but not essential) • Proactive problem-solver with strong communication skills • Flexible team player with a positive attitude What’s in it for you? • Competitive pro rata salary up to £40,000 DOE • 30 days holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 35 with service • Pension scheme and life assurance • Company sick pay • Discounted products and on-site meals • Friendly, supportive team and values-driven business culture • Training and development opportunities during your time with the business What to do now: If this sounds like the right fit for your skills and experience, apply today and we’ll be in touch if shortlisted. If it’s not for you but someone else comes to mind, don’t forget our refer-a-friend scheme – you could receive a £100 voucher if your referral is placed and passes their probation! If you're interested in this role, please apply and forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Due to the unprecedented level of applications, if we have not contacted you within 48 hours, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. For the purpose of the Conduct Regulations, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Business. We take your personal data seriously and take every step to protect it. To learn how we handle your data, please visit our website where you can find our Data Privacy Notice. Keywords: Purchase Ledger, Finance Assistant, AP Clerk, Accounts Payable, Temporary Finance Jobs, Maidenhead, Senior Finance Clerk, Reconciliation, PO Process, Temporary Accounting