Looking for a role that matters? Be part of something bigger with Cumbria Waste Group.
Salary/Hourly Pay: £31,250
Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:30am-17:00pm, Fridays: 8:30am-16:30pm (37hrs)
Location: Carlisle, CA1 2ST
As a Purchase Ledger Assistant, you will have a varied and hands-on role supporting the purchase ledger function across our four trading legal entities. In addition to day-to-day invoice processing, you will contribute to month-end activities, query resolution, reconciliations, and continuous improvement of finance processes, playing an important role in delivering an efficient finance support function across the business.
Here’s how we add value
Time for You – Your holiday allowance grows with you, because we value your commitment. 4 weeks holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 5 weeks after 1 year of service.
Your Wellbeing First – Your health matters: access 24/7 GP* services, annual private health checks*, x2 death in service* benefit, and our Employee Assistance Programme to support you when you need it the most (including access to free counselling).
Extra Perks – Including high street savings, cycle to work scheme* and opportunity to buy or sell* up to 5 days holiday
Your Future Secured – Grow your career with industry-recognised training and personal development opportunities. We also offer 5% Employer 5% Employee pension contributions.
*Some benefits are length-of-service dependant.
How you’ll make an impact
- Matching invoices to purchase orders, goods received notes, and supporting transactional documentation, investigating and resolving discrepancies where required.
- Process supplier invoices and credit notes using cloud-based document capture software, Yooz, as well as the Pegasus Opera accounts package. Maintaining high levels of accuracy, attention to detail, and compliance with financial controls.
- Assist in the month-end ledger close process, including preparing and posting journals, accruals, prepayments, and cost reallocations.
- Prepare suggested payment reports for BACS payments, ready for review and authorisation. Ensuring accuracy and adherence to payment deadlines.
What we are looking for:
Essential
- Proven work experience as a purchase ledger assistant or similar role.
- Strong attention to detail and high accuracy in data processing.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
- Experience using MS Office (especially Excel)
Desirable
- Accounting Technician qualification (AAT), level 3 or similar
About Us: More Than Waste Management
At Cumbria Waste Group we are a leading provider of integrated waste, recycling and environmental services across Cumbria, dedicated to delivering sustainable solutions for our communities and local businesses. Join us and you’ll be part of a friendly, hardworking team that plays a vital role in tackling waste, protecting the environment and shaping a cleaner future.
At Cumbria Waste Group, you’re not just joining a company, you’re becoming part of a community built on shared values:
As a TEAM we take PRIDE in the work we do. We CARE about our colleagues, customers, communities, and our environment. We love to learn and IMPROVE, and we are always SAFE.
At Cumbria Waste Group, we value diversity and equal opportunities. We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive environment for everyone.
How do you apply?
We welcome applications through Indeed by simply uploading your CV. However, if you would prefer a different format, you can request an application form by emailing [email protected] or telephoning 01228 822 100. We are committed to making our process accessible and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need.
*Please note that due to the high volume of applicants we receive, we are unable to notify all unsuccessful applicants. If you have not been notified of the outcome of your application within four weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £31,250.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- How would you rate your Microsoft Excel skills?
Beginner (basic data entry, simple formulas)
Intermediate (formulas, sorting/filtering, basic PivotTables)
Advanced (complex formulas, PivotTables, lookups, data analysis)
Expert (macros/VBA, advanced data modelling)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
