Job Description:

Derbyshire based 
£25,000 - £26,000 
Hybrid role - 3 days office based & 2 days work from home
Full-time role
Permanent Role

We are currently recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join an established finance team based in Derbyshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is at the start of their accounts career, looking for a step into a busy purchase ledger environment. 

The Role:

As Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of invoices, maintaining supplier accounts and resolving queries. You'll work closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure the purchase ledger function runs smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing and matching purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
• Coding and posting invoices to the appropriate accounts
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and resolving discrepancies
• Preparing supplier payment runs
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Investigating and resolving invoice and payment queries
• Maintaining accurate supplier account records
• Responding to supplier and internal queries in a professional and timely manner
• Assisting with month-end processes and reconciliations
• Monitoring outstanding invoices and ensuring issues are resolved promptly
• Supporting the wider finance team with general accounts administration

About You:

We're looking for someone who is looking for an entry level Purchase Ledger Clerk position with a business who can offer the opportunity to learn the foundations of the role and develop you in this field. Ideally, you'll have experience having worked in an accounts administrative role or similar, and will be looking for your next step which will "spring-board" you into a business who can offer a long-term career in accounts. 

You'll ideally have:

• Previous purchase ledger, accounts administrative or similar exposure 
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• The ability to manage your workload and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach
• Strong Excel skills and confidence using finance systems
• A proactive approach to resolving queries and discrepancies

If this role sounds like it could suit you, please apply for immediate consideration.