Trainee Purchase Ledger Administrator

At Allied Vehicles we design, develop, and manufacture a wide range of specialist vehicles, including wheelchair accessible vehicles, taxis, and minibuses.

In addition to manufacturing vehicles, we also offer a range of aftersales services (onsite and mobile), including servicing, repairs and maintenance and we are Scotland’s largest independent parts distributor.

We are a driven, high performance, family business, that achieves our goals through engaging our people and maximising opportunities.

Our commitment to quality and innovation has made us a trusted name in the industry and we seek enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team.

We are now recruiting for a **Trainee Purchase Ledge Administrator**to join our Accounts department.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to begin or develop a career in accounting, learning invaluable accounts skills, working as part of a fast-paced accounts team. You will work alongside experienced team members, gaining hands on experience.

You will work a **35-hour week**, with **flexibility around start and finish times**and the salary is **£22,932 per annum.**

**Why Join Us?**

We believe in taking care of our people, and that’s why we offer a fantastic benefits package designed to support your well-being, career growth, and lifestyle:

- **Generous Annual Leave**: Enjoy 25 days of holiday, plus 8 bank holidays.
- **Financial Security**: Access our group life scheme and annual profit share.
- **Competitive Growth**: Annual salary reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions.
- **24/7 Health Support**: GP24 by HealthHero provides virtual GP services and second opinions for you and your family, 24/7/365.
- **Benefits package**: Enjoy industry-leading perks and discounts including a holiday purchase scheme and EV leasing through OctopusEV.
- **Convenient On-Site Facilities**: Free staff parking and an on-site cafeteria for your convenience.
- **Sustainable Travel**: Save on your commute with our cycle-to-work scheme.
- **Continuous Development**: Frequent learning opportunities to help you grow professionally.
- **Exclusive Discounts**: Take advantage of after-sales discounts for yourself, friends, and family.
- **Recognition and Rewards**: Celebrate your success with our company values and long-service awards program.

**The main duties of the role are**:

- Match invoices to purchase orders
- Utilise an E-scanning process to upload purchase ledger documents to our accounting system
- Ensure the timely authorisation of purchase ledger documents
- Process authorised purchase ledger documents
- Supplier statement reconciliations
- Prepare ad hoc supplier payments
- Liaise with suppliers and colleagues, to resolve queries, professionally and efficiently
- Prepare weekly and ad hoc purchase ledger reports
- General day to day accounts admin tasks
- Support and provide cover for other members of the accounts team

**Key skills required**:

- I.T. literate with a good working knowledge of Basic Excel and Outlook
- Strong numeracy skills
- Good attention to detail
- A methodical and accurate approach to work

**To succeed in this role, you will be**:

- Keen to learn and have a positive attitude
- A team player who takes pride in their work
- Willing to learn from others
- Comfortable working in a disciplined and dynamic environment

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking and dedicated company. If this reads like a role you would enjoy, we would love to hear from you.

**NO AGENCIES PLEASE**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £22,932.00 per year

Work Location: In person