Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger Clerk

Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger Clerk

Location: Doncaster

Salary: £30,000 – £32,000 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time

We are seeking a highly organised and adaptable Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our busy finance and operations team.

This is a varied and hands-on role combining purchase ledger responsibilities with wider administrative and operational support across the business. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reporting processes, and providing essential information to senior management.

Key Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger & Finance Duties

Processing and checking supplier invoices (including Sullivans, Alba, Dawson, BNP, leasing providers, and utilities)
Reconciling supplier accounts (e.g. Alba/Omega, Sullivans, Noble Feed)
Preparing payment runs and checking statements against payments made
Requesting supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
Processing monthly journals and supporting month-end close
Managing rebates (e.g. Noble, PD Hook)
Handling remittances and ensuring alignment with internal records
Supporting stock takes and monitoring sundry stock
Operational & Reporting Support

Producing daily KPI information and supporting weekly management reporting
Updating and maintaining live plans, crop numbers, and bird records
Checking tickets and reconciling against live operational data
Completing end-of-crop results and updating farmer performance records
Supporting farming spreadsheets and senior management reporting
Maintaining price lists and assisting with feed plan updates
Administrative Duties

Managing shared inboxes, prioritising emails, and supporting senior staff correspondence
Collecting, opening, and distributing post
Filing, archiving, and maintaining accurate records
General office duties (e.g. post office runs, ordering supplies, visitor refreshments)
Liaising with internal teams and external suppliers
Additional Responsibilities

Providing payroll cover when required
Assisting with ad hoc re-billing and invoice adjustments
Monitoring specific inboxes and communications
Providing general support to senior managers and directors
About You

Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts assistant role
Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
Excellent Excel and accounting system skills
Strong communication and organisational abilities
Proactive, flexible, and willing to support across the wider business
Desirable

AAT or ACCA qualification (or currently studying)
Experience in a fast-paced, operational, or agricultural environment
Experience with KPI reporting and reconciliations
What We Offer

Competitive salary (£30–31k)
Study support
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunities for career development and progression
To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for CPL foods, please do not hesitate to apply