Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk

Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk – Role Overview

Manage accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments for our Transactional Finance team.

• Manage high-volume invoice processing, ensuring accuracy, timely approvals, and smooth workflow.
• Reconcile supplier statements, resolve discrepancies, and oversee weekly BACS payment runs.
• Act as a senior point of contact for supplier and internal queries, ensuring prompt resolution.
• Maintain and improve purchase ledger processes, including e-invoicing systems and supplier data controls.
• Support month‑end close, including journals, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Assist the Purchase Ledger Manager with complex issues, team priorities, and continuous improvements.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members.

• Experience in Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable.
• Strong knowledge of finance systems (e.g. JD Edwards, COINS, Sage, Oracle).
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and deliver high service standards.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• AAT qualified or actively studying (desirable).

• Construction sector experience.

Competitive rewards packages featuring flexible benefits and performance‑related progression opportunities.

Sir Robert McAlpine is committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We encourage people from under‑represented groups to apply. We support agile ways of working and aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive.