Join us to help keep even more people and pets together when times are tough. For over a century, PDSA have provided vital veterinary care for the pets of people in financial hardship.
We’re now on a journey to expand our reach to support even more people and their beloved pets. To achieve this ambitious goal, we need passionate and driven individuals who are ready to embrace change and help shape a future-focused PDSA. Together, we'll build a stronger organisation to ensure our services help those who need us most for the next hundred years.
If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of a team that's creating positive change, we want you to join us. Let's build a brighter future for pets and their owners, together.
We are looking to recruit a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our fast paced transactional team for 28 hours per week Monday-Thursday.
As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will:
* Process supplier invoices through our approval platform.
* Prepare weekly supplier BACS payment runs.
* Review and post purchase card transactions and expense claims.
* Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies quickly.
* Answer supplier and internal queries, providing professional support and guidance.
* Scan and file invoices accurately into the accounting system.
* Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
* Support finance projects and contribute to improvements in processes.
We’re seeking someone with:
* Previous experience in a finance or purchase ledger role.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial data.
* Excellent communication skills, able to deal with complex and sensitive enquiries.
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
* Good IT skills, including proficiency in Excel and finance systems.
* A proactive approach and the confidence to work on your own initiative.
Desirable but not essential:
* AAT qualification (or working towards it).
* Experience with electronic invoice approval systems.
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
At PDSA, we care for both pets and people. As part of our team, you will enjoy a supportive, flexible working environment, along with a range of great benefits designed to make you feel valued:
* Remote and flexible working options to suit your lifestyle.
* 25 days holiday (excluding Bank Holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days per year.
* Special days off – including a paid Volunteering Day, a Celebration Day for something meaningful to you, and a dedicated Wellbeing Day to focus on yourself
* Generous pension schemes, starting at 5% contributions and increasing up to 10%.
* Life Assurance policy (4x annual salary) to give you peace of mind.
* Employee Assistance Program and Online Wellbeing Centre available 24/7 for confidential support.
* Retail and Holiday Discounts via our fetch platform, giving you access to a wide range of deals.
* Learning and development opportunities – helping you grow your skills and career with us
PDSA is committed to embedding a culture of diversity and inclusion within our teams that reflect the communities we serve. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies and opportunities for flexible working arrangements to support team members from different backgrounds.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss via email or telephone reasonable adjustments that you may require throughout the recruitment process.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.
To support this commitment, our recruitment & selection processes are robust and rigorous. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks.