Purchase Ledger

Working Week:Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 6:00pm (40 hours per week – on site)

KB Event Ltd is seeking a highly organised and detail-driven Purchase Ledger professional to join our dynamic Finance team based in Pinxton.

This is a busy, hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment—particularly those with experience in transport, or logistics operations. The role offers the opportunity to take ownership of purchase ledger processes while supporting wider finance and operational activities.

• Raise and manage purchase orders in line with company procedures and accounting standards
• Accurately process high volumes of supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding and cost allocation
• Manage supplier payments via BACS, CHAPS, and SWIFT, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Reconcile supplier statements and proactively resolve discrepancies
• Review bank statements and complete daily bank reconciliations
• Administer and control petty cash in accordance with company policy
• Collate and submit data for EU fuel VAT reclaims (experience highly advantageous)
• Maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records (electronic and paper-based)
• Monitor cash flow and supplier aging, flagging risks or issues
• Support the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts
• Assist the Management Accountant with cost centre reporting and analysis
• Provide support during audits, ensuring documentation is accurate and readily available
• Conduct credit checks and assist in setting up supplier/customer accounts
• Provide cover across the finance team when required
• Handle invoice and supplier queries in a professional and timely manner

• Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger role, ideally covering both purchase and sales ledger. (Sales Ledger experience not essential)
• Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry skills.
• Confident using Excel and finance systems
• Comfortable working to deadlines and managing competing priorities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal teams
• A proactive, “can do” approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• AAT Level 3 (or working towards) desirable, but not essential

• Be part of a friendly, close-knit team.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of finance tasks.
• Opportunities for development and learning.
• Contribute to a company that values safety, inclusivity, and collaboration.