Job Title: Purchase Ledger Clerk
Location: Bournemouth
Pay Rate: £25,000 - rising to £26,250 upon permanent placement
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
We are currently looking for a reliable and organised Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy office team on a full-time temp to perm basis. This is a hands-on Purchase Ledger Clerk position suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, has strong attention to detail, and takes pride in keeping accounts processes accurate and up to date.
Key Responsibilities
Processing supplier invoices received via post and email
Checking invoices against expected services recorded on the system
Identifying and highlighting invoice discrepancies for further investigation
Recording undercharges and reporting issues internally
Completing Purchase Orders and Extras within Filemaker
Electronically posting supplier invoices onto Sage accurately
Reconciling supplier statements and resolving missing invoices
Calculating payment amounts for Nominal Ledger
Printing supplier invoices received electronically
Supporting Customer Services when required to maintain service levels
Ensuring all paperwork is processed and disposed of correctly in line with procedures
Essential Skills
Previous experience working as a Purchase Ledger Clerk or within a similar accounts role
Good working knowledge of Sage
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Comfortable processing high volumes of invoices
Good communication skills when dealing with suppliers and internal departments
Confident using office systems and databases
Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
Desirable Experience
Experience using Filemaker
Background within a busy administration or finance environment
Experience reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice queries
Working Hours & Pay
Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
1 hour lunch break
Office-based role
1 in 10 Saturdays, 9:00am – 12:00pm (paid as additional hours)
Starting salary of £25,000 PA
Rising to £26,250 PA upon successful permanent placement
This Purchase Ledger Clerk role would suit someone who is methodical, dependable, and enjoys being part of a close-knit office team. The successful Purchase Ledger Clerk will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the wider business operation. If you are an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk looking for a stable opportunity with progression, this could be an excellent fit.
If you’re an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk who wants to be part of a business that values people and progress, apply directly today