Purchase Ledger Assistant

Location: Tunbridge Wells

Purchase Ledger Assistant

Location:

Tunbridge Wells (Office-based, 5 days per week)

Hours:

08:30 18:00 Competitive salary, 28 days holidays plus additional post-Christmas days off. About the Company Our client is a highly respected, independent luxury jeweller based in Tunbridge Wells, renowned for craftsmanship, heritage, and exceptional customer experience. With a team of around 6070 employees and a strong reputation in the high-end retail space, the business offers a stable, close-knit environment with genuinely low staff turnover.

The Role Were looking for a proactive and detail-focused Purchase Ledger Assistant to take ownership of the end-to-end accounts payable function. This is a key role within the finance team, working closely with the Finance Director and playing a vital part in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the smooth running of the business. Youll manage a busy ledger of circa 1,000 invoices per month, so confidence, organisation, and a hands-on approach are essential.

Key Responsibilities Full ownership of the purchase ledger function from start to finish Processing high volumes of supplier invoices (circa 1,000 per month) Matching, batching, and coding invoices using Sage Line 50 Managing supplier queries and building strong working relationships Preparing and supporting payment runs Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies Supporting month-end processes and reporting where required Working closely with the Finance Director on day-to-day finance operations

What Were Looking For Proven experience in a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role Experience using Sage Line 50 or similar Finance systems Comfortable managing high volumes with accuracy and attention to detail Proactive, organised, and able to take ownership of your workload Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach Reliable and happy working in a fully office-based role Confident Excel user Why Join?

Stable, well-established luxury brand with an excellent reputation Low staff turnover and a supportive working environment Opportunity to take real ownership of your role and make an impact Work closely with an experienced Finance Director If youre looking for a role where you can take ownership, work in a quality-driven environment, and be part of a well-regarded local business, wed love to hear from you.

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