Purchase Ledger Senior(Temp to Perm)
Near Thatcham, Berkshire
Immediate Start Available
Full-Time | Temp to Perm
The Company
An established and highly respected engineering and manufacturing organisation is seeking a Purchase Ledger Controller to join its finance team on an interim basis. Operating within a high-performance, precision-led environment, the business supports a global client base and is known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
The Opportunity
This is an urgent requirement for a hands-on Purchase Ledger professional who can quickly take ownership of the function and add value from day one. The role offers the opportunity to join a collaborative finance team, with strong potential for the position to become permanent, the role is standalone within AP.
Key Responsibilities
1. Processing high-value supplier invoices, including matching to purchase orders and delivery notes
2. Maintaining the purchase ledger and ensuring accuracy of the control account
3. Preparing and processing supplier payment runs, including foreign currency payments
4. Managing supplier accounts, resolving queries, and building effective relationships
5. Setting up and maintaining new supplier records
6. Monitoring and reconciling petty cash, including maintaining accurate records
7. Supporting month-end and year-end close processes
8. Liaising with internal stakeholders across finance and purchasing to ensure smooth operations
About You
9. Proven experience in a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment
10. Experience working with ERP systems (Epicor advantageous but not essential)
11. Strong attention to detail, particularly when working with high-value transactions
12. A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to manage workload independently
13. Confident communicator with the ability to liaise at all levels
14. Highly organised, numerate, and conscientious
What's on Offer
15. Immediate start within a business-critical role
16. Opportunity to join a well-established, high-performing organisation
17. Temp to perm opportunity with long-term potential
18. Supportive team environment with opportunities for development
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.