Purchase Ledger Clerk

Temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk
Melton Mowbray | Hybrid Working | Immediate Start

A well-established business is looking for an experienced Temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk to support the finance team during a busy period and help clear a backlog within the purchase ledger function.

This is initially expected to be a 3–4 month assignment, however there is strong potential for extension due to an upcoming project.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys rolling their sleeves up, working in a fast-paced environment, and taking ownership of the day-to-day purchase ledger process.

You will be responsible for:

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices
• Matching invoices to purchase orders
• Supplier statement reconciliations
• Resolving invoice and supplier queries
• Supporting the wider finance team where required
• Assisting in maintaining accurate financial records and controls

The role will suit someone who is organised, detail-focused, and comfortable working independently.

• Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role
• Experience using SAP
• Strong reconciliation and invoice processing experience
• Ability to work accurately in a busy finance environment

• Experience with in a manufacturing or stock-based business
• Experience helping with backlog clearance or process improvement

• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)
• Friendly and supportive finance team
• Immediate start available
• Potential for assignment extension beyond the initial term
• Opportunity to gain exposure to a system implementation project