Purchase Ledger Officer – £28k-£30k

About the role

We are looking for a proactive and meticulous Purchase Ledger professional to join our finance team in Poole. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for processing supplier invoices and supporting timely payments in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Organise, register, match and post purchase ledger invoices accurately and promptly.
• Communicate with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve invoice issues.
• Respond to supplier queries and reconcile supplier statements for omissions or discrepancies.
• Prepare and compile information for payment runs and ensure payment terms are met.
• Maintain up‑to‑date records, scan and shred invoices, statements and remittance advices.
• Provide cover for other finance team members and undertake ad‑hoc duties as required.
• Process pre‑payment and ad‑hoc requests, and ensure credit‑card transactions are recorded timely.
• Handle internal expense forms and file supporting documentation appropriately.

Required profile

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Effective communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to take ownership of tasks.

Required skills

What we offer

• Modern open‑plan office with free onsite parking.
• Monthly profit‑share bonus and holiday buy‑back scheme.
• Company sick pay, Perks at Work, free lunch on Fridays and unlimited snacks.
• Cycle‑to‑Work scheme, birthday vouchers, subsidised workplace massage and eye vouchers.
• Employee assistance programme and regular social events.