Job type
PermanentLocation
CardiffWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SupportIndustry
Accountancy FirmsPay
£30000 - £32000
Purchase Ledger Clerk – Cardiff (Hybrid)
Your new company
You will be joining a well-established and growing professional services organisation with a strong presence across the UK. The business is known for its collaborative culture, forward-thinking approach, and commitment to delivering high-quality support to its clients.
Due to continued growth within the finance function, they are now looking to appoint a Purchase Ledger Clerk to strengthen the team.
Your new role
This is a key position within the finance team, offering responsibility for the day-to-day management of the purchase ledger and ensuring the smooth running of accounts payable processes.
Working within a busy finance environment, you will play an important role in maintaining accuracy, building supplier relationships, and supporting wider financial operations.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the end-to-end purchase ledger process within a high-volume environment
- Processing supplier invoices, expenses, and company card transactions accurately
- Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies and supplier queries
- Maintaining accurate supplier records and ensuring data integrity
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any outstanding balances
- Preparing and processing supplier payment runs in line with agreed terms
- Supporting month-end activities, including assisting with accruals and ensuring completeness of the ledger
- Producing reports on outstanding balances and aged creditors
- Contributing to improvements in processes, controls, and efficiencies
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience within a purchase ledger or accounts payable role
- Strong understanding of invoice processing, reconciliations, and supplier management
- Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
- Good Excel skills and confidence using finance systems
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills when dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Desirable:
- Experience using cloud-based accounting systems
- Exposure to month-end processes
- Understanding of basic accounting principles
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working model
- Generous annual leave allowance + bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Employee wellbeing and support programmes
- Flexible benefits package
- A supportive and collaborative working environment with long-term development opportunities
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV, or contact William Loring at Hays Accountancy & Finance on 02920 222 500 or [email protected] for a confidential discussion.
If this role isn’t quite right for you, but you’re exploring new opportunities, please feel free to get in touch to discuss your options.
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