Purchase Ledger

Location: Bedford - Hybrid (Mon & Fri in the office, Tues/Wed/Thu from home)

Hours: Part-Time, 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Job Type: Temp FTC approx. 4 Months

Salary: £14 per hour

Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger professional looking for a part-time role with flexibility and the opportunity to make a real impact? We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a dedicated Purchase Ledger to join their finance team.

As a Purchase Ledger, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of purchase ledger processes, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting key finance functions.

Responsibilities:

• Crossmatch purchase invoices with purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Accurately process and record financial transactions to ensure profitability.
• Reconcile bank accounts and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Handle supplier queries and discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepare payment runs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payments.
• Assist with month-end and year-end responsibilities, including preparing reports and financial statements.
• Liaise with suppliers to secure the best value and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance and support procurement decisions.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Purchase Ledger role.
• At least 1 year of experience using Xero accounting software.
• 1 year of experience in credit control.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.