Assistant Purchase Ledger

Assistant Purchase Ledger

Southwark, London

Up to £28,000 + Hybrid Working

A successful and growing £50m+ turnover construction company is seeking an Assistant Purchase Ledger to join its established finance team based in Southwark. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a finance career within a supportive business that offers genuine career progression, hybrid working (1-2 days from home), a vibrant office environment, and regular team social events.

Working alongside an experienced finance team, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger function.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing and posting supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching, batching and coding invoices.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Preparing weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and internal departments to resolve account queries.
• Assisting with month-end procedures and financial reporting.
• Maintaining accurate records using Sage accounting software.
• Supporting the wider finance team with administrative duties as required.

Requirements

• Previous Purchase Ledger experience within a busy finance environment.
• Experience using Sage accounting software.
• Accounting qualification (AAT or equivalent).
• Strong numerical ability and excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £28,000.
• Hybrid working (1-2 days per week from home).
• Modern Southwark office with excellent transport links.
• Friendly, collaborative finance team.
• Regular social events and team-building activities.
• Excellent working atmosphere.
• Long-term career development within a thriving construction business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and motivated Purchase Ledger professional looking to join a respected construction business where they can build a long-term career