Gateway is a leading property services company, offering expert solutions in property management, sales and lettings, conveyancing, mortgage advice, insurance, facilities management, surveying, and energy management.
As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Purchase Ledger Supervisor to lead our Purchase Ledger team at our office in Southend-on-Sea. This role is central to keeping our finance operations running smoothly and presents a great opportunity to step into a position of responsibility within a fast-moving business.
The Person
You will be a people person aligned to the Gateway brand. You will be a great communicator with a track record of delivering the best client and customer experience possible. Promoting the brand and creating new opportunities will come as second nature to you.
The Job
As Purchase Ledger Supervisor, you will:
* Supervise and support your team, ensuring work is completed accurately and on time
* Handle escalated queries and complex issues with confidence
* Liaise regularly with the Department Manager on performance and process improvements
* Oversee invoice processing, scanning, posting, and quality control
* Manage contractor queries, payments, and insurance documentation
* Coordinate with other departments to resolve invoice and payment matters
* Ensure sign-offs, invoice registers, and payment workflows are properly maintained
* Oversee cheque payments, remittances, direct debits, and Gateway invoices
* Efficiently carry out filing and administrative tasks when required
About You
* Minimum 1 years' experience in a Purchase Ledger supervisory role
* Strong commercial awareness and a high level of accuracy
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Able to manage time effectively and balance multiple priorities
* Detail-driven, organised, and confident in leading a team
What We Offer
* Competitive salary, with annual review
* 23 days' holiday (plus bank holidays)
* Company pension plan
* Employee membership programmes & referral incentives
* Seasonal company events
* Training and sponsorship for relevant qualifications
Job location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Hours: 37.5 hours per week shift pattern covering Monday to Saturday
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Application question(s):
* What is your salary expectation
Experience:
* Purchase Ledger supervisory: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person