Purchase Ledger Clerk – Accounts Assistant (Temp to Permanent)

About the role

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our finance team on a full‑time, temp‑to‑permanent basis. You will work in a busy, collaborative environment supporting the processing of supplier invoices and month‑end activities.

Key responsibilities

• Enter invoices and credit notes into Open Accounts and ensure proper coding and approval.
• Maintain multiple purchase ledgers (GBP, USD, EUR) and perform monthly supplier statement reconciliations.
• Support month‑end close: print daybooks, review aged creditors, reconcile control accounts and produce exception reports.
• Process weekly cheque runs, twice‑monthly BACS runs and multi‑currency wire transfers.
• Update direct debit schedules and liaise with Treasury on payment execution.
• Identify process improvements, review exception reports and maintain records in SharePoint.
• Assist with wider finance projects as directed by the Finance Manager.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts assistant role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle high volumes of data accurately.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organised, proactive and able to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced setting.

Required skills

• Open Accounts (accounting software)
• SharePoint

What we offer

• Opportunity to join a market‑leading business with growth potential.
• Temp‑to‑permanent route providing long‑term stability.
• Collaborative and supportive finance team environment.