We’re looking for a confident and detail‑driven Accounts Assistant to join our finance team, focusing on the Purchase Ledger. This role suits someone who enjoys accuracy, organisation, and keeping financial processes running smoothly. You’ll support the day‑to‑day management of supplier invoices, payments, and ledger reconciliation, ensuring our accounts are always up to date.
Key Responsibilities
- Invoice Processing — Accurately input, match and code supplier invoices, resolving any discrepancies with internal teams or suppliers.
- Supplier Reconciliation — Complete regular supplier statement checks to ensure balances are correct.
- Purchase Order Matching — Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes, flagging any mismatches.
- Query Resolution — Handle supplier queries professionally and promptly.
- General Finance Support — Support the wider finance team with ad‑hoc tasks when required.
- Debit Chasing — Proactively monitor and chase outstanding debit balances, then leasing with the general manager on putting accounts on hold.
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in a purchase ledger or similar accounts role.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Confident using accounting software (e.g., Sage, Pegu).
- Good communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal departments.
- Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
- Competent with Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables beneficial).
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Supportive finance team with opportunities to develop your skills.
- Full training on internal systems and processes.
- A stable, friendly working environment with room to grow.
Ideal Candidate
You’re organised, proactive, and comfortable working with numbers every day. You enjoy solving problems, keeping records accurate, and supporting a busy finance department. If you like a role where consistency and precision matter, this is a strong fit.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
