Purchase Ledger Accounts Assistant

Summary

Caddick Developments is one of the UK’s largest privately owned, multi‑sector property developers, creating high‑quality places and spaces across the country. Growing from our Yorkshire foundations over 46 years ago, we are a trusted delivery partner building institution‑grade assets across residential, industrial and regeneration sectors.

Caddick Developments is part of the wider Caddick Group, which includes Moda Living, Oakgate Group, Caddick Construction, Caddick Civil Engineering, Caddick Land, as well as the Leeds Rhinos. We are seeking a Purchase Ledger Accounts Assistant to join our team based in Wetherby. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support the day‑to‑day operation of the purchase ledger, with responsibility for accurate invoice processing and ensuring the timely payment of suppliers, contributing to the smooth running of the company’s finance function.

This role would be based full time in our Wetherby office.

• Record daily financial transactions accurately and maintain financial records
• Ensure all invoices, receipts and payments are properly documented and maintain accurate and well‑organised purchase ledger records
• Process supplier invoices and employee expense claims, ensuring appropriate approval is obtained
• Ensure correct coding of costs to the general ledger
• Prepare payment runs and monitor outstanding payments to ensure suppliers are paid on time
• Maintain cash book, reconcile bank statements and investigate discrepancies
• Reconcile credit card statements, code and post into the general ledger
• Responsibility for petty cash transactions and ensuring the petty cash account reconciles
• Identify and resolve financial discrepancies promptly
• Ensure adherence to company financial policies and procedures
• Prepare supporting documents for internal and external audits
• Support the wider Finance team to ensure efficient workflows

• Understanding of bookkeeping and double‑entry accounting
• Familiarity with ledgers, journals and trial balances
• Knowledge of invoice processing, payment runs and collections
• Understanding of credit control and supplier account management
• Knowledge of bank reconciliation procedures
• Basic knowledge of preparing internal reports and statements
• Experience with in a finance or accounts environment
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

• Honest and trustworthy with a high level of integrity
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to detect discrepancies and errors
• Good problem‑solving skills
• Able to manage workload and meet deadlines
• Positive team player with a professional approach

We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.

We prioritise collaboration, integrity and long‑term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.

Caddick Construction is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Caddick is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

• Health and Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, PSA testing and breast cancer awareness sessions.
• Birthday Day Off: A discretionary day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: Purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
• Caddick Hub: Exclusive discounts on groceries, holidays, technology and entertainment.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave.
• Ride To Work Scheme: Tax and NI savings of up to 47% on cycles and accessories.
• Pension: 5% employer pension contribution (salary sacrifice).
• Continuous Professional Development: Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Private Healthcare & Medicash: Private healthcare scheme (benefit in kind).
• Life Assurance: Death-in-service cover of up to 4x salary, valid up to age 70.