Purchase Ledger

Job Title: Purchase Ledger
Location: Preston
Salary: up to £34,000 per annum
Role: Permanent – Full time

A growing business based in the Northwest is looking to appoint a confident and proactive Purchase Ledger Clerk to join its finance team.

This isn’t a typical transactional role. The business is looking for someone who’s comfortable picking up the phone, asking questions, and challenging processes when something doesn’t look right. It’s not about following instructions blindly, it’s about understanding the why, improving ways of working, and keeping things moving.

The successful candidate will join a small, fast-paced team and will play a key part in maintaining accurate records, resolving queries, and supporting the wider finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices • Matching, batching, coding and inputting invoices • Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies • Chasing approvals or missing information from internal departments • Liaising with suppliers to resolve queries and maintain good relationships • Assisting with month-end tasks as required

Ideal Candidate Profile
• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role • Strong communication skills and confidence speaking to stakeholders • High attention to detail and strong organisational skills • A questioning mindset with the confidence to challenge the status quo • Comfortable working in a changing environment and able to prioritise effectively

Commutable Locations:
Preston, Chorley, Warrington, Lancaster, Leyland, Blackpool, Bolton, Burnley

If you’re a commercially focused Purchase Ledger who thrives on building relationships, driving revenue and being out in the field making things happen, this could be the role for you. APPLY NOW for immediate consideration for this Purchase Ledger opportunity.

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