Purchase Ledger Assistant - WILLOW RECRUITMENT LTD : Job Details

Purchase Ledger AssistantOutskirts of HarrogateUp to £25,000

Graduate/Entry Level/Junior candidates considered

Are you experienced in purchase ledger processes or looking to advance your transactional finance skills in a focused, end-to-end role?

Are you an accountancy/finance/similar subject graduate who has some practical accountancy experience and are you looking to secure a role within transactional finance to build on your experience?

Would you like to be part of one of the fastest-growing companies in the region, offering fantastic benefits and career development opportunities?

We’re recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join a brilliant business located on the outskirts of Harrogate. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a thriving, supportive environment where you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the accounts payable function.

What you’ll be doing -

This role is fully focused on the purchase ledger process, giving you ownership and variety within your daily tasks. Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices with accuracy and efficiency
• Performing supplier account reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly
• Managing the supplier onboarding process, including setting up new suppliers
• Handling and resolving invoice queries from suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Assisting with payment runs
• Maintaining the purchase ledger email inbox, ensuring queries are addressed in a timely manner
• Supporting the implementation of improved processes within the accounts payable function

What we’re looking for -

• Previous experience in accounts payable/purchase ledger or a busy, fast-paced administrative role
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage high volumes of transactions
• Strong communication skills for effective supplier and stakeholder liaison
• Familiarity with accounting software and proficiency in Microsoft Excel

What’s in it for you -

This role comes with a host of benefits designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing:

• Study support, full AAT qualification sponsorship to support your career growth
• Chance to work with and gain experience from a very supportive Accounts Payable Manager and Supervisor
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 2 charity/giving back days a year where you can choose how you have a positive impact on the community
• Free onsite parking, very accessible location via public transport
• Hybrid working with 2 days at home a week

If you’re looking for a role that offers ownership, career development, and a fantastic working environment, we’d love to hear from you.