Location: Berkshire area (office-based 4 days)
Department: Finance

An established organisation is seeking a detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Assistant to join its Finance team. This role plays a key part in ensuring supplier invoices, subcontractor payments, reconciliations, and financial records are processed accurately and efficiently.

Working closely with operational and support teams across the business, you will provide proactive support while maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance.

• Process weekly self-billed subcontractor payments and invoices
• Process supplier invoices and payments in a timely manner
• Manage and resolve expense-related queries through expense management systems
• Complete supplier reconciliations, including open orders, GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced), and supplier statements
• Liaise with operational teams to ensure invoices are processed promptly
• Allocate direct debits, standing orders, and other electronic payments
• Monitor and resolve debit balance issues
• Ensure all processing complies with internal controls and company policies
• Respond to supplier and internal stakeholder queries efficiently and professionally
• Maintain process documentation and records
• Provide support and cover for colleagues during periods of absence
• Assist with ad hoc finance projects and additional duties as required

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable experience
• Experience working in a high-volume processing environment
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• A proactive and team-focused approach
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• A commitment to maintaining high standards and delivering quality work

• Someone who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team
• The ability to follow established procedures and controls
• A positive, flexible attitude and willingness to support colleagues
• A commitment to getting things right first time

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Purchase Ledger professional looking to join a busy finance function where accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement are highly valued

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