Purchase Ledger Clerk

About The Job

We're looking for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our office-based Finance team.

Job title:

Purchase Ledger Clerk
Contract type:
Permanent

Hours:

40 hours per week

Location:

Poole

• Reporting to the Finance Manager you will perform all routine purchase ledger administrative tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Organising, registering, matching and posting purchase ledger invoices in a timely manner and with a high degree of accuracy.
• Dealing with any issues arising, including corresponding with internal departments and external suppliers to obtain resolutions.
• Responding to supplier queries.
• Reconciling supplier statements to check for omissions/discrepancies.
• Compiling necessary information for payment runs for processing by Finance Manager.
• Assist in ensuring supplier payment terms, and where relevant early payment terms, are met.
• Reporting to management on issues encountered, status of invoice processing etc.
• All necessary scanning and shredding of documents/invoices/statements, remittance advices, statements etc. kept up to date.
• Provide cover for other roles within the department as and where needed along with ad hoc duties that may arise.
• Work with internal teams and suppliers for processing pre-payment and ad hoc requests.
• Working with internal teams ensure that credit card transactions are processed and kept up to date in a timely manner.
• Process internal company expense forms and file relevant backups in the appropriate location.

• Modern open plan office
• Monthly profit share bonus scheme
• Holiday buy-back scheme
• Company sick pay
• Free onsite parking
• Perks at Work scheme
• Unlimited ‘tuck shop’ snacks
• Free lunch every Friday
• Charity dress down day every Friday
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Complementary Birthday vouchers
• Subsidised workplace massage
• Eye vouchers
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Company social and corporate events

We're a fast‑paced, forward‑thinking global solutions provider who is redefining operational excellence for businesses. We're famous for our fantastic customer service and for creating comprehensive solutions that help our customers stay ahead in an ever‑changing world.

Our open plan office encourages teamwork and communication. You will be working in a respectful environment surrounded by people that care about you just as much as our customers. We also believe diversity is the key to a success. That means your voice will always be heard no matter your role, and there will always be the opportunity to make a big impact.

You are detailed oriented, well‑organised, able to manage your own workload effectively. You excel in data entry, consistently delivering accurate and timely results even under pressure. You have experience working as a team member, supporting other finance functions as needed. Your communication skills both written and verbal are strong. You approach work proactively with a can‑do attitude. You can handle pressure and manage a high‑volume workload.

Additionally, you are highly proficient in IT, including Excel, Outlook, and accounting software.