Purchase Ledger Clerk

Our client is a long-established manufacturing business based in the Rossendale area, recognised as a market leader within its specialist sector. With a strong heritage, a modern approach to production, and a reputation for quality, the company supplies a wide range of customers across the UK and internationally. They operate from well-invested facilities, use contemporary ERP and manufacturing systems, and are known for their stable, supportive working environment. As the business continues to grow, they’re looking to strengthen their finance team with a dedicated Purchase Ledger professional who can thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. The hours for this Purchase Ledger job can be negotiated from 30 hours, to full time hours working either 4 - 5 days. Purchase Ledger Job This Purchase Ledger job will take ownership of all non-stock invoices within a busy manufacturing finance team. Working on an ERP system, you’ll handle a high daily volume of invoices, accurately processing, coding and allocating costs while keeping supplier accounts up to date. You’ll manage supplier queries, reconcile statements, investigate discrepancies and work closely with budget holders to ensure invoices are approved on time. The role involves supporting weekly and monthly payment runs, maintaining supplier records, and assisting with month-end tasks. You’ll work alongside another Purchase Ledger Clerk who manages the stock-related invoices, collaborating to keep the wider purchase ledger function running smoothly. The Requirements This role suits someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, prides themselves on accuracy, and is confident working across departments and with external suppliers. You will ideally have Purchase Ledger experience, or Finance administration experience as a minimum. You must be friendly, kind, have a team mentality and be able to confidently communicate to all individuals. The Benefits Salary: up to £26,000 (potentially some negotiation) Hours : 30 - 36.5 worked over 4 or 5 days Hybrid: 1 day at home with flexitime options also Pension : 5% matched Holidays: 25 + bank holidays. Interviews will be held on Friday 19th December.