Purchase Ledger Clerk

Your new company
A well-established and values-led organisation based in Preston is looking to recruit a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join its Group Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and supportive business that places a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, development, and long-term career progression. The role offers a varied workload, combining purchase ledger responsibilities with broader operational and site support duties across the business.

Your new role
As Purchase Ledger Clerk you will play a key role in supporting both the finance and operational functions. You will be responsible for processing supplier invoices, managing supplier payments, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring internal controls are followed. Alongside your purchase ledger duties, you will support site and project administration activities, liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to help ensure projects run smoothly.
Duties will include purchase ledger processing, supplier reconciliations, invoice query resolution, purchase order administration, bank payment processing, utility invoice management, subcontractor payment processing, and supporting compliance with CIS regulations. You will work closely with colleagues across multiple departments and act as a key point of contact for finance-related administration.

What you'll need to succeed
You will have previous experience in a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or Accounts Assistant role and possess a strong understanding of VAT processes. Experience of CIS and subcontractor payments would be highly advantageous. You will be highly organised, possess excellent attention to detail, and be comfortable working to deadlines within a busy environment.
Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to build relationships across the business. You will also have good Excel skills and confidence using finance and ERP systems.

What you'll get in return
In return for this, you will join a friendly and collaborative finance team within a business that genuinely invests in its people. The organisation offers a competitive salary up to £30,000, hybrid working, enhanced annual leave, an attractive pension scheme, a comprehensive wellbeing programme, and a wide range of additional benefits designed to support both your professional and personal development.
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