Purchase Ledger Assistant

Purchase Ledger Assistant

Location: Hull
Salary: £26,000 to £28,000
Contract: Full-time, permanent

We are working with an established Hull-based business to recruit a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join its busy finance team.

This is a varied role suited to someone with previous experience in purchase ledger, accounts payable or a finance-based administrative position. You’ll be responsible for processing supplier invoices and payments accurately while dealing with queries and supporting the wider shared-services team when required.

The role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing purchase invoices and credit notes onto the accounts payable ledger

• Obtaining the appropriate authorisation before invoices are cleared

• Ensuring VAT and nominal codes are applied correctly

• Checking invoice details, quantities and pricing

• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies

• Responding to invoice and payment queries from colleagues and suppliers

• Preparing supplier payment runs and issuing remittance advices

• Maintaining accurate records and a clear audit trail

• Supporting other areas of the shared-services team during busy periods

• Carrying out general administrative and clerical duties

About you

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Experience within purchase ledger, accounts payable, finance administration or a similar administrative role

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately

• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload

• A confident, friendly and professional manner

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

• A proactive, flexible approach and willingness to learn

• The ability to remain organised in a busy, fast-moving environment

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive finance team within a successful and well-established business.

Apply now with your CV to find out more.