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Explore and Apply for Purchase Ledger Clerk jobs in Edinburgh, United Kingdom

  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Gateshead
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Support
  • Industry

    Manufacturing & Production
  • Pay

    £26,000 - £28,000

Purchase Ledger, AP Clerk

My client is looking to recruit a permanent Purchase Ledger Clerk. This role is fully office based.

Key responsibilities:
  • Purchase ledger processing – high volumes accurately
  • Invoice matching and dealing with internal and external parties to resolve differences
  • Reconciling supplier statements
  • Generating payment runs
  • Liaising with suppliers in relation to queries.
  • Keeping documentation stored against transaction input on the system

Priorities for the role

  • Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and the purchase-to-pay process.
  • Proven experience working in a purchase ledger or accounts payable position.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail when dealing with numerical data and financial records.
  • Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Sage, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or similar).
  • Solid skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) and general Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a helpful and professional approach.
  • A team player with a proactive and flexible attitude.

  • Competitive salary
  • 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with options to buy additional leave, and leave rising to 25 days based on no. of years service
  • Company pension scheme
  • On-the-job training and support
  • A friendly, collaborative work environment with a family feel


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