Purchase Ledger Clerk

Purchase Ledger Clerk

Salary: £27-29k
Location: Manchester
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent

About the role

We're looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy finance team. You'll play a key role in managing the purchase ledger, making sure supplier invoices are processed accurately, payments are made on time and accounts are kept up to date.

This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys working with numbers, has strong attention to detail and takes pride in delivering accurate work.

What's on offer

• Full-time, permanent position

• Supportive finance team

• Opportunity to develop your finance career

• Varied day-to-day responsibilities

• Modern office environment

What you'll be doing

• Process supplier invoices and credit notes accurately.

• Check invoices have been authorised before processing.

• Prepare weekly supplier payment runs.

• Resolve supplier queries and invoice discrepancies.

• Reconcile supplier statements each month.

• Make sure supplier accounts are paid within agreed payment terms.

• Reconcile company credit card statements and post monthly journals.

• Process staff expenses and sales agent commission payments.

• Review the monthly aged creditors report.

• Support the wider finance team with general finance administration.

What we're looking for

Essential

• At least two years' experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role.

• Good understanding of purchase ledger processes.

• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.

• Good communication skills with the confidence to deal with suppliers.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Experience using Medius AP.

• Experience using other accounts payable software.

• Experience working within a busy finance department.

JDRCC

JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.