Purchase Ledger Clerk – Job Specification
Reporting to Financial Controller
Role Purpose
To support the finance team by managing the purchase ledger function, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and on a timely basis, supplier accounts are maintained correctly, and payment processes run efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
- Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
- Registering subcontractor applications and invoices
- Reconciling supplier statements
- Investigating and resolving supplier queries
- Maintaining supplier records
- Assisting with weekly and monthly payment runs
- Monitoring and chasing outstanding invoice approvals
- Maintaining subcontractor insurance and CIS records
- Supporting month-end purchase ledger close
- Managing the purchase ledger inbox
Key Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Previous purchase ledger or accounts payable experience
- Experience matching invoices to purchase orders
- Supplier reconciliation experience
- Good attention to detail and organisational skills
- Good Excel and systems skills
- Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
Desirable:
- Construction industry experience
- Knowledge of CIS and subcontractor processes
- Experience with Sage, Vixen, Construct or similar systems
- Personal Attributes
- Proactive and willing to take ownership
- Organised and methodical
- Able to work accurately under pressure
- Strong communicator
- Team player with a positive attitude
Salary Guide
£28,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
Summary
A hands-on purchase ledger role supporting the efficient processing of supplier and subcontractor invoices within a busy and growing construction environment.
Pay: £28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
Work Location: In person
