Title: Purchase Ledger Clerk
Location: Poole
Contract Type: Fixed term
Hours: 40 hours per week
Overview We are recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy and well-established Finance team based in Poole.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of all purchase ledger activities, supporting the wider finance function and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, structured environment with high levels of responsibility and autonomy.
Key Responsibilities
Registering, matching, coding and posting purchase ledger invoices accurately and within required timeframes
Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies, liaising with internal teams and external suppliers
Responding to supplier queries in a professional and timely manner
Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any omissions or differences
Preparing information for payment runs for Finance Manager approval
Ensuring supplier payment terms are adhered to, including early payment arrangements where applicable
Maintaining accurate records, including scanning, filing and document control
Processing employee expense claims and ensuring supporting documentation is correctly stored
Managing and reconciling company credit card transactions
Providing support across the wider finance team and assisting with ad hoc duties as requiredAbout You
Previous experience in a purchase ledger or finance administration role
Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
Well organised with the ability to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines
Confident communicator, both written and verbal
Proactive, reliable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Strong IT skills, including Excel, Outlook and accounting systemsBenefits
Modern open-plan office environment
Monthly profit share bonus scheme
Holiday buy-back scheme
Company sick pay
Free onsite parking
Perks at Work scheme
Unlimited office snacks
Free lunch every Friday
Weekly charity dress-down Friday
Cycle to Work scheme
Birthday vouchers
Subsidised workplace massage
Eye care vouchers
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Regular company social and corporate events