Purchase Ledger Clerk (Temp)

Recruiter
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Location
Cambridgeshire
Salary
£15.00 - £17.00 per hour
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Part Time
First listed by Ontap
22 September 2026
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Job description

Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be supporting a well-established and respected organisation in Central Cambridge, who are seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance team on a temporary basis for approximately 8 weeks. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional looking for a flexible part-time position, working 4 days per week within a supportive and collaborative finance environment.

Your new role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the purchase ledger function, ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time while maintaining excellent financial controls. Key responsibilities will include:

Processing high volumes of supplier invoices
Matching, batching and coding invoices
Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
Preparing payment runs
Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies
Maintaining accurate supplier records
Assisting with month-end purchase ledger activities
Supporting the wider finance team as required

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role
Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
Experience processing invoices within a busy finance environment
Good communication skills and the ability to build strong supplier relationships
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel
Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively

What you'll get in return As this is a temporary purchase ledger job, you will be paid an hourly rate of circa £15.00 - £17.00 per hour depending on experience. The role is based in Central Cambridge location with excellent transport links and working a 4-day week.

What you need to do now If you're interested in this temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk opportunity, click Apply Now, or contact Grace Simms or Andy Jarman at Hays Accountancy & Finance for a confidential discussion.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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