Purchase Ledger Controller (Interim Contract)Location: Thatcham, BerkshireRate: £17.00-£19.00 per hour + holiday pay (depending on experience)Contract: 3-6 Month Interim Assignment with Potential to Become PermanentWorking Pattern: Hybrid - 3-4 days per week in the office, remainder working from homeThe OpportunityWe are recruiting for an experienced Purchase Ledger Controller to join a well-established manufacturing and engineering business on an interim basis. This is an initial 3-6 month contract, with the potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.Working as part of a busy finance team, you will take ownership of the purchase ledger function, ensuring the accurate processing of supplier invoices, payments, and reconciliations while supporting wider finance activities.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess supplier purchase invoices, including matching invoices to electronic delivery notes.Maintain and reconcile purchase ledger control accounts.Prepare and process supplier payments, including foreign currency transactions.Create and maintain supplier accounts.Investigate and resolve invoice queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders.Review courier invoices and identify customer recharge opportunities.Support month-end and year-end finance processes.Manage petty cash, including issuing floats, maintaining records, and reconciling balances.Ensure financial records are accurate and maintained in line with company procedures.About YouThe successful candidate