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Purchase Ledger Clerk
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About The Role
Based in Wolverhampton, this full-time Purchase Ledger Clerk position offers an annual salary between £28,000 and £30,000. Working within a compact finance function, you will handle the precise and prompt entry of supplier invoices, ensuring they align with purchase orders and delivery notes. The role demands strong organisational aptitude and keen attention to detail for reconciling statements and resolving discrepancies. Prior experience in accounts payable is essential. You will support broader accounting duties alongside a close-knit team, providing a chance to solidify your professional skills. This permanent vacancy suits a methodical worker who values structured processes and seeks steady career progression within an established local firm.
We are currently recruiting for a well-established and successful business based in Wolverhampton, who are looking for an organised and detail-focused Purchase Ledger Clerk / Accounts Payable Assistant, to join a small team.
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This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous purchase ledger or accounts payable experience who enjoys working in a busy finance environment and is looking to develop their career within a supportive team.
The Role
Working as part of the finance team, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and supporting the wider accounts function.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Processing a high volume of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
- Matching invoices against purchase orders and delivery documentation
- Coding and posting invoices onto the accounting system
- Preparing supplier payment runs
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
- Dealing with supplier queries by telephone and email
- Investigating and resolving invoice and payment queries
- Maintaining accurate purchase ledger records
- Assisting with month-end processes and reconciliations
- Processing credit notes and expenses where required
- Supporting the wider finance team with general accounts administration
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You Will Ideally Have
- Previous experience within a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or similar finance role
- Good attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Strong numerical and organisational skills
- Experience processing invoices and reconciling supplier statements
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- The ability to manage your own workload and meet deadlines
- Good Excel skills
- Experience using SAGE would be advantageous
This is an office-based role working Monday to Friday.
AAT or relevant accounting qualifications would be desirable but are not essential.
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