Purchase Ledger Clerk
3 days ago
Eastbourne
Are you a whiz with invoices and a master of matching purchase orders? Ready to dive into a fast-paced finance role where your skills actually make a difference? We’ve got just the opportunity. We’re looking for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a thriving manufacturing business in Chichester. It’s a full-time, 3-month contract, perfect for someone who wants to hit the ground running and be part of a busy, supportive finance team. What You’ll Be Doing: • Processing a high volume of vendor invoices with speed and accuracy, • Matching invoices to purchase orders and receipts, • Ensuring correct GL coding and approvals for all AP transactions, • Running monthly and ad hoc payment batches (BACS, EFT), • Reconciling vendor statements and resolving discrepancies, • Handling vendor and internal queries with professionalism, • Previous experience in Accounts Payable or a finance environment, • Sharp attention to detail and a knack for accuracy, • Solid Excel skills and confidence with office tools, • Strong communication and time management abilities, • Competitive hourly rate (£13.50–£14.50), • Structured handover and training, • A chance to work in a fast-paced AP team during a peak period