Purchase Ledger Clerk

RG Consultancy are working with a large business based in Macclesfield who are recruiting for an experience Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance team. You will work within a small finance team and report into the AP/Supervisor and Finance Manager.

• 24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Buy/sell holidays scheme
• Christmas close down
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Free onsite parking

Role Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders, invoices, credit notes, and payments
• Resolve supplier queries and reconcile supplier statements
• Manage payment runs, remittances, and bank postings
• Maintain accurate AP records, forecasts, and reporting
• Handle supplier returns, petty cash, and unallocated payments
• Support audits, management reporting, and ad-hoc projects
• Maintain process documentation and support team cross-training
• Build strong working relationships with suppliers and colleagues

Person Specification

• Experience working within purchase ledger, accounts assistant or similar role is essential
• AAT qualified or studying would be an advantage
• Strong IT skills including accounting packages
• Basic to intermediate MS Excel experience
• Ability to work in an organised, efficient way whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy