Purchase Ledger Clerk

Title: Purchase Ledger Clerk Location: Poole Contract Type: Fixed term Hours: 40 hours per week Overview We are recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy and well-established Finance team based in Poole. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of all purchase ledger activities, supporting the wider finance function and maintaining strong supplier relationships. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, structured environment with high levels of responsibility and autonomy. Key Responsibilities Registering, matching, coding and posting purchase ledger invoices accurately and within required timeframes Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies, liaising with internal teams and external suppliers Responding to supplier queries in a professional and timely manner Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any omissions or differences Preparing information for payment runs for Finance Manager approval Ensuring supplier payment terms are adhered to, including early payment arrangements where applicable Maintaining accurate records, including scanning, filing and document control Processing employee expense claims and ensuring supporting documentation is correctly stored Managing and reconciling company credit card transactions Providing support across the wider finance team and assisting with ad hoc duties as requiredAbout You Previous experience in a purchase ledger or finance administration role Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy Well organised with the ability to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines Confident communicator, both written and verbal Proactive, reliable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Strong IT skills, including Excel, Outlook and accounting systemsBenefits Modern open-plan office environment Monthly profit share bonus scheme Holiday buy-back scheme Company sick pay Free onsite parking Perks at Work scheme Unlimited office snacks Free lunch every Friday Weekly charity dress-down Friday Cycle to Work scheme Birthday vouchers Subsidised workplace massage Eye care vouchers Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Regular company social and corporate events