Purchase Ledger/Accounts Payable Specialist
Hybrid - Horsham
Salary range : £27,000 - £30,500 per annum dependant upon experience
Benefits: 25 days holiday, company pension scheme, sage benefits, death-in-service, buy additional holiday scheme
Disclaimer: Applicant must have the right to work in the UK, no sponsorship available.
We're an education-only IT Managed Service Provider undergoing an exciting period of transformation, building the foundations for long-term, sustainable growth. This is a key moment to join us and play a meaningful role in shaping how we operate.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. This is a hybrid role suited to someone who is confident managing purchase ledger processes, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently from receipt through to approval and posting.
Maintain and manage the purchase ledger, ensuring records are accurate, complete, and up to date.
Process and reconcile company credit card transactions in line with internal procedures.
Complete supplier statement reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies promptly.
Prepare payment runs, ensuring payments are accurate, timely, and appropriately authorised.
Respond to supplier queries in a professional, timely, and effective manner.
Maintain accurate financial records and ensure documentation is appropriately filed and retained.
Support the wider finance team with month-end processes and other finance-related activities as required.
What We're Looking For:
Essential
Previous experience within purchase ledger, accounts payable, or a similar finance administration role.
Practical experience using Sage 50 Accounts would be advantageous.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, with confidence working with spreadsheets and financial data.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.
Strong numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical skills.
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and quality.
Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
A discreet and confidential approach to handling sensitive financial information.
A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Qualifications and Training
GCSEs, or equivalent qualifications, including Mathematics and English.
A finance-related qualification, or current study towards one, would be beneficial but is not essential.
Training and support will be provided to help the successful candidate settle into the role and develop their knowledge of internal systems and processes.
We welcome applications from candidates with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will consider reasonable adjustments for candidates who need them during the application or interview process.
Due to the nature of this role successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced DBS disclosure. Disclosure expense will be met by CTS. At CTS we are committed to safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work with us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks, including a criminal record disclosure.
