Purchase Ledger Clerk
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Location: Uxbridge (Hybrid Working Model)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our Finance team based in Uxbridge, working on a hybrid basis. Reporting to the Purchase Ledger Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, maintaining strong supplier relationships, and supporting efficient financial operations across the business.
This role requires a proactive, organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering a high level of service to internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Process supplier invoices accurately and within agreed payment terms, ensuring correct coding and authorisation
Manage and resolve supplier invoice queries, keeping suppliers and internal stakeholders informed
Escalate issues or concerns to the Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk where appropriate
Set up new supplier accounts and maintain existing supplier records
Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers
Reconcile supplier statements monthly and request missing invoices as required
Maintain and manage direct debit supplier accounts
Monitor and manage multiple shared mailboxes, responding to queries in a timely manner
Provide accurate and timely information to the wider Accounts team and business
Assist with the annual audit process, including providing requested samples
Work in line with agreed KPIs and company policies and procedures
Support ad hoc finance duties as required
Personal Attributes
Aligned with our core values: care, honesty, openness, drive and commitment
Able to work under pressure and effectively prioritise workloads
Highly organised and adaptable, with the ability to meet strict deadlines
Proactive problem-solver with strong initiative
Confident and clear communicator
Resilient, hardworking and motivated by challenges
A collaborative team player, willing to go above and beyond when needed
Skills & Experience
Essential
Strong numeracy skills
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Purchase Ledger role
Experience working in a large, multi-site, multi-cost centre environment
Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively within a team
Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs), Word and PowerPoint
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
Desirable
PLC experience
Coldharbour system experience
SAP Concur experience
Please note: this job description is not exhaustive and may evolve as the role develops.