Assistant Purchase Ledger

Recruiter
PACE Recruitment
Location
Southwark
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Not Specified
First listed by Ontap
17 September 2026
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Job description

Assistant Purchase Ledger

Southwark, London

Up to £28,000 + Hybrid Working

A successful and growing £50m+ turnover construction company is seeking an Assistant Purchase Ledger to join its established finance team based in Southwark. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a finance career within a supportive business that offers genuine career progression, hybrid working (1-2 days from home), a vibrant office environment, and regular team social events.

Working alongside an experienced finance team, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger function.

Key Responsibilities

Processing and posting supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
Matching, batching and coding invoices.
Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice discrepancies.
Preparing weekly and monthly payment runs.
Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and internal departments to resolve account queries.
Assisting with month-end procedures and financial reporting.
Maintaining accurate records using Sage accounting software.
Supporting the wider finance team with administrative duties as required.

Requirements

Previous Purchase Ledger experience within a busy finance environment.
Experience using Sage accounting software.
Accounting qualification (AAT or equivalent).
Strong numerical ability and excellent attention to detail.
Good communication and organisational skills.
Confident using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

What's on Offer

Salary up to £28,000.
Hybrid working (1-2 days per week from home).
Modern Southwark office with excellent transport links.
Friendly, collaborative finance team.
Regular social events and team-building activities.
Excellent working atmosphere.
Long-term career development within a thriving construction business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and motivated Purchase Ledger professional looking to join a respected construction business where they can build a long-term career

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