Purchase Ledger
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- England,North West,Cheshire
- Full Time, Contract
- £28,000 - £30,000 per annum, inc benefits, pro-rata
Job Description:
Full job descriptionPurchase Ledger Controller – Immediate Start
£28-30k pro rata
11 month fixed term contract
Macclesfield
On site 5 days per week
Hours Monday to Thursday and 8.30 - 1pm Friday
We’re currently partnering with a well-established business to recruit a Purchase Ledger Assistant for an immediate start. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced AP professional who can hit the ground running and add value from day one.
Please note:
Candidates must be available immediately
Must have full right to work in the UK
Must have recent, relevant high volume Purchase Ledger experience within a UK based business
The Role
Reporting into the AP & AR Supervisor, you’ll take ownership of the Purchase Ledger, ensuring accurate processing, timely payments, and strong supplier relationships.
You’ll play a key role in keeping the finance function running smoothly, supporting both internal stakeholders and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
*Processing purchase invoices, credit notes, and ensuring correct authorisation
*Managing supplier queries, liaising closely with Purchasing to resolve discrepancies
*Completing supplier statement reconciliations
*Preparing and processing weekly and ad-hoc payment runs
*Posting transactions accurately into the ERP system and ensuring bank postings are up to date
*Maintaining strong on-time payment performance and supporting reporting requirements
*Managing GRNI, supplier returns, petty cash, and unallocated payments
*Supporting monthly cashflow forecasting and weekly updates
*Assisting with audit requests and ad-hoc reporting
*Building effective relationships across the business and with suppliers
*Supporting process improvements and wider finance projects
What We’re Looking For
*Proven Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable experience in a UK business (essential)
*Confident working within ERP systems (Syteline advantageous but not essential)
*Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes
*Comfortable communicating with stakeholders at all levels
*Ability to work to deadlines and handle competing priorities
*Good working knowledge of Excel
£28-30k pro rata
11 month fixed term contract
Macclesfield
On site 5 days per week
Hours Monday to Thursday and 8.30 - 1pm Friday
We’re currently partnering with a well-established business to recruit a Purchase Ledger Assistant for an immediate start. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced AP professional who can hit the ground running and add value from day one.
Please note:
Candidates must be available immediately
Must have full right to work in the UK
Must have recent, relevant high volume Purchase Ledger experience within a UK based business
The Role
Reporting into the AP & AR Supervisor, you’ll take ownership of the Purchase Ledger, ensuring accurate processing, timely payments, and strong supplier relationships.
You’ll play a key role in keeping the finance function running smoothly, supporting both internal stakeholders and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
*Processing purchase invoices, credit notes, and ensuring correct authorisation
*Managing supplier queries, liaising closely with Purchasing to resolve discrepancies
*Completing supplier statement reconciliations
*Preparing and processing weekly and ad-hoc payment runs
*Posting transactions accurately into the ERP system and ensuring bank postings are up to date
*Maintaining strong on-time payment performance and supporting reporting requirements
*Managing GRNI, supplier returns, petty cash, and unallocated payments
*Supporting monthly cashflow forecasting and weekly updates
*Assisting with audit requests and ad-hoc reporting
*Building effective relationships across the business and with suppliers
*Supporting process improvements and wider finance projects
What We’re Looking For
*Proven Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable experience in a UK business (essential)
*Confident working within ERP systems (Syteline advantageous but not essential)
*Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes
*Comfortable communicating with stakeholders at all levels
*Ability to work to deadlines and handle competing priorities
*Good working knowledge of Excel
Job number 3747255
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