Purchase Ledger Controller

Purchase Ledger Controller

Salary: £25,750 per annum

Location: Nottingham (Hybrid – 4 days remote, 1 day in office)

About the Role

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and highly organised Purchase Ledger Controller to join our Accounts Payable team. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring all supplier invoices are processed accurately and paid on time, helping maintain strong supplier relationships and supporting the smooth running of our finance operations.

Working closely with the Accounts Payable Manager and wider team, you’ll be responsible for maintaining an accurate purchase ledger, resolving queries efficiently, and ensuring compliance with internal processes and HMRC regulations.

What We Offer

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5 weeks annual leave + public holidays
Buy extra holiday via salary sacrifice
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Life Assurance & Pension Scheme

Key Responsibilities

Ensure all invoices are authorised, coded, and processed accurately in line with company procedures
Match invoices to purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies
Process invoices using systems such as Readsoft and ensure timely scanning and posting
Apply correct VAT treatment to maintain compliance with HMRC rules
Reconcile supplier statements regularly and resolve outstanding queries
Manage payment runs and manual payments in accordance with company procedures
Post cash book entries where required
Maintain accurate general ledger coding to support financial reporting
Set up new suppliers in line with company policies
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Support continuous improvement within the Accounts Payable function

About You

You’re a proactive and analytical individual with a keen eye for detail. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team.

You will have:

1–2 years’ experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role
Strong data entry skills with excellent accuracy and attention to detail
Understanding of profit & loss accounts
Basic VAT knowledge (preferred but not essential)
Good working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
Experience working to deadlines within a finance timetable

Why Join Us?

Hybrid working (4 days remote, 1 day in Nottingham office)
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and efficiency

If you're a motivated finance professional looking to develop your career in a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

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