Purchase Ledger Clerk

Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk looking to join a values-led organisation where your work genuinely makes a difference? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation with an outstanding reputation for excellence and community impact.

Due to continued growth, our client is looking to welcome a detail-driven and enthusiastic Purchase Ledger Clerk to their friendly, supportive finance team. Reporting directly to the Central Finance Officer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger function. This role offers the chance to be part of a collaborative, high-performing team in a well-structured and secure working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring correct coding, VAT treatment, and supplier details
• Reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate supplier records
• Manage the weekly payment run and any ad-hoc payment requests
• Promptly resolve queries and build great relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Monitor and manage the accounts payable mailbox
• Process daily cashbook entries and support bank reconciliations with the Cash and Banking Officer
• Support procurement processes, including sending POs and placing online orders for budget holders
• Assist with department credit card transaction coding
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance overall efficiency
• Contribute to a positive and proactive finance function by supporting the wider team as needed

Person Specification:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar purchase ledger role
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Highly organised with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive mindset
• A natural problem-solver with a customer-first attitude
• Eager to take ownership of a busy and fast-paced purchase ledger function
• Flexible, adaptable, and happy to support colleagues when needed

This is more than just a job; it’s a long-term opportunity to grow your career in a welcoming and professional environment. You’ll be joining a team that truly values its people, in a role that offers genuine work-life balance, job security and excellent benefits.

What’s in it for you?

• • Flexible working policy
  • Hybrid working after probation
  • Central Cardiff location with stunning modern offices
  • 28 days holiday + bank holidays + a 2-week Christmas shutdown (rising to 32 days after 5 years)
  • Local Government pension scheme
  • Cycle2Work scheme
  • Electric car scheme
  • Health scheme
  • All necessary equipment provided