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Purchase Ledger Clerk

Agilis Search
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Ipswich, Suffolk IP15BH, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client based in Ipswich is looking for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance team on a permanent or temporary-to-permanent basis.
  • The ideal candidate should have previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role, with a strong attention to detail and excellent numerical skills.
  • Key responsibilities include processing high volumes of purchase invoices, reconciling supplier statements, and preparing payment runs.
  • The position offers a salary of £25,000 to £30,000 per year and requires at least 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Candidates should also possess good working knowledge of accounting software and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Our client based in Ipswich is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance team on a permanent or temporary-to-permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in accounts payable who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about maintaining accurate financial records.

You will play a vital role in maintaining a company’s financial health by ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments, helping to manage cash flow and build strong supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
  • Matching, batching, and coding invoices in line with company procedures
  • Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
  • Preparing payment runs (BACS/cheque) and ensuring timely payments to suppliers
  • Maintaining and updating supplier account details
  • Responding to supplier queries in a professional and timely manner
  • Supporting month-end closing processes and audits
  • Assisting the wider finance team as required

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent numerical skills
  • Good working knowledge of accounting software (e.g., Sage, SAP, QuickBooks)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving

Desirable:

  • AAT qualification or working towards it (preferred but not essential)

Should this position sound like the right one for you and you’re interested in finding out more, please do contact Agilis Search who will be delighted to discuss this further.

We look forward to your application!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.