Job Description
Purchase Ledger Assistant
Core3 is delighted to be partnering with a purpose-driven organisation on a retained basis to recruit a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their North Somerset office.
Why join our client
Our client is an ambitious, people-first business with clear growth plans and a genuinely collaborative culture, backed by strong leadership. They are investing in digital finance and continuous process improvement, giving you the chance to build a solid foundation in Purchase Ledger while also having the scope to broaden your experience across the wider finance function over time.
How you’ll make an impact
- Own the end-to-end Purchase Ledger process
- Process high-volume invoices, including matching, batching, and coding
- Support digital invoice processing and automation tools
- Prepare and run weekly payment runs, including ad hoc payments
- Maintain supplier accounts and resolve queries
- Complete supplier statement reconciliations
- Perform bank and ledger reconciliations
- Support month-end close, including accruals and Purchase Ledger reconciliations
- Contribute to cashflow forecasting through accurate supplier tracking
- Partner with the Finance Manager to improve controls
- Identify and implement process improvements across purchase-to-pay
Why you’re a great fit
Essential
- Experience in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role
- Strong understanding of invoice processing and payment cycles
- Working knowledge of double entry and finance fundamentals
- Confident using Excel and finance systems
- Organised, accurate, and able to manage multiple priorities
Desirable
- Exposure to Accounts Receivable or broader finance tasks
- Experience supporting month-end and reconciliations
- Interest in systems, automation, and improving processes
What you’ll get in return
This role offers a clear pathway to develop your finance career, starting with a strong grounding in Purchase Ledger and expanding into broader Accounts Assistant responsibilities over time.
- £28,000 to £35,000 salary
- Hybrid working, 2 days per week in the North Somerset office
- Study support, ACCA or CIMA, after probation
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Additional wellbeing or volunteering days
- Private healthcare and enhanced benefits package
- Supportive, people-first culture focused on growth and development
We welcome applications from all candidates who feel they meet the criteria. We are committed to building an inclusive environment and will support any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the process.
If this sounds like you, apply now or contact louis@core3.co.uk or 0117 213 0300.
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