Purchase Ledger Clerk

5 days ago

Esh Winning England, United Kingdom Hargreaves Services plc Full time

Hargreaves Services plc is a UK-based business delivering specialist services across the industrial, property, and environmental sectors. With operations spanning over 50 sites and a workforce of more than 1,300 employees, we provide market-leading solutions in land regeneration, logistics, environmental remediation, and raw material supply.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our finance team on a full-time basis. Based on-site in Esh Winning and reporting to the Sales and Purchase Supervisor, this role is essential to ensuring supplier invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.

You will take ownership of supplier accounts, resolve queries efficiently, and contribute to the smooth running of the purchase ledger function. This is a hands-on role within a collaborative team environment, supporting the wider finance function and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process purchase invoices in the accounting system
  • Ensure 3-way matching of purchase orders, goods receipt notes, and invoices
  • Proactively resolve invoice variances with suppliers and internal teams
  • Raise BACS payment runs in line with payment schedules
  • Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
  • Ensure compliance with CIS and VAT regulations
  • Manually code invoices and ensure appropriate authorisation
  • Maintain tidy and accurate ledgers through regular housekeeping
  • Create and update supplier account data
  • Respond to supplier and site queries in a timely and professional manner
  • Support audit requests and month-end close activities
  • Raise ad hoc payment requests when required
  • Contribute to process improvements and support the Financial Controller with efficiency initiatives

What We're Looking For:

  • GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics (minimum requirement)
  • An aptitude for IT and confidence using accounting systems
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage daily responsibilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to embrace change
  • High levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism
  • Experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role is desirable

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