Purchase Ledger Administrator

About the role

The Purchase Ledger Administrator will be responsible for managing the end‑to‑end purchase ledger for a busy finance department in Leeds. You will ensure invoices are processed accurately, payments are made on time, and supplier relationships are maintained.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the purchase ledger from start to finish.
• Process purchase invoices accurately using Sage.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve ledger queries.
• Monitor maintenance costs against Oracle estimates and raise any discrepancies.
• Prepare supplier payment runs and ensure timely payments.
• Produce remittances and maintain positive supplier relationships.
• Control office supplies and stock, ensuring value for money.
• Oversee supplier contracts and renewals, including facilities and utilities.
• Support the finance team with monthly and ad‑hoc duties.
• Handle telephone enquiries professionally.
• Comply with company policies, procedures and health‑and‑safety practices.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger, accounts payable or similar finance role (desirable).
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, methodical and proactive.
• Good numeracy, literacy and IT proficiency.
• Eager to learn, trustworthy and adaptable.
• Customer‑focused team player with a solutions‑oriented mindset.

Required skills

• Sage accounting software
• Microsoft Office suite