Purchase Ledger Administrator
Location: Wandsworth
️ Salary: £30,-£35,
Purpose of the Role
To support the smooth operation of the Purchase Ledger by registering, authorising, and processing supplier invoices, reconciling statements, and ensuring timely payments. You'll play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and improving systems.
️ Key Responsibilities
1. Assist the Ledger Supervisor with day-to-day Purchase Ledger operations
2. Import, code, route, and post approx., invoices annually (EDI & PDF)
3. Reconcile supplier statements with precision
4. Execute weekly BACS payment runs and manage ad hoc manual payments
5. Post and reconcile supplier direct debits
6. ️ Maintain supplier master files and aged creditor listings
7. Handle supplier queries and payment requests professionally
Skills & Experience
8. Solid understanding of purchase ledger accounting and systems
9. 3+ years' experience in finance, ideally in retail or high-volume environments
10. Detail-oriented with strong multitasking abilities
11. Able to work independently and collaboratively under pressure
12. ️ Excellent communication skills-verbal and written
13. Proficient in Excel for reconciliations and confident with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook)
14. ️ Strong telephone skills for resolving queries and supporting internal teams
What You Bring to the Table
A proactive mindset, a passion for accuracy, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced finance environment. You're someone who enjoys solving problems, streamlining processes, and keeping things running smoothly.