Accounts Payable Assistant; Purchase Ledger

Accounts Payable Assistant (Purchase Ledger)

Location: Telford

Hours: 30 Hours per Week

Contract: Temporary Contract 7 months (August 2026 - March 2027)

Pay Rate: 13.81 per Hour

We are currently seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant / Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy Finance Team on a 7-month temporary contract in Telford.

This role is heavily focused on purchase ledger and accounts payable activities
, making it ideal for someone with previous experience processing high volumes of invoices, managing supplier accounts and ensuring payments are made accurately and on time.

Working within a supportive finance team, you will play a key role in maintaining the smooth operation of the purchase ledger function and providing excellent service to suppliers and internal stakeholders.

As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will:

• Process and match supplier invoices accurately using both automated and manual systems.
• Ensure all expenditure is correctly authorised and allocated.
• Maintain the purchase ledger and ensure invoices are processed within agreed timescales.
• Prepare and process supplier payments in accordance with company procedures.
• Investigate and resolve supplier queries promptly and professionally.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and identify any discrepancies.
• Set up and maintain supplier accounts within the finance system.
• Support the wider Finance Team with reporting and administrative duties as required.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum of 2 years' purchase ledger or accounts payable experience
  .
• Previous experience processing high volumes of supplier invoices.
• Experience dealing with supplier queries and reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with suppliers and colleagues.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and finance systems.

• AAT Level 3 qualification or currently studying towards AAT.
• Experience working within a busy finance department.
• Exposure to financial reporting or basic financial analysis.

• Competitive hourly rate of 13.81 per hour
• Valuable experience within a well-established global organisation
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to broaden your finance experience and develop additional skills
• Immediate opportunity to make an impact within a busy purchase ledger function

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.