Purchase Ledger Clerk

ROLE: Purchase Ledger Clerk

SALARY: £28,000 - £32,000 DOE

LOCATION: Pinxton (fully office based)

Red Rock are currently working with a well-established business, who are looking to recruit a Purchase Ledger professional to join their Finance team due to continued growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and detail-focused individual to join a busy and supportive finance department. The successful candidate will take ownership of the purchase ledger function while supporting a range of finance activities within a fast-paced environment. Experience within transport or logistics would be advantageous but is not essential.

Working hours are 9am-6pm, Monday to Friday, and the role is fully office based.

DUTIES:

* Raise and manage purchase orders in line with company procedures and accounting standards

* Process high volumes of supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding and cost allocation

* Manage supplier payments via BACS, CHAPS and SWIFT

* Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice discrepancies

* Complete daily bank reconciliations and review bank statements

* Administer petty cash in accordance with company policy

* Collate and submit data for EU fuel VAT reclaims (experience advantageous)

* Maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records

* Monitor cash flow and supplier ageing, highlighting any issues

* Support the preparation of financial reports, budgets and forecasts

* Assist the Management Accountant with cost centre reporting and analysis

* Conduct credit checks and assist with setting up supplier and customer accounts

The successful candidate will have previous experience within a Purchase Ledger role and will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Experience using the Opera finance system would be highly advantageous, alongside strong Microsoft Excel skills.

Please do not delay in applying, as immediate interviews are available. Alternatively, please contact Emma on (phone number removed) to find out more