Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Assistant – Purchase Ledger

Location:

• Wigan

Salary: Up to £30,000

Working Pattern: (Office with option of 1 day from home)

About the Role

We are supporting a growing organisation with the appointment of an Accounts Assistant – Purchase Ledger to join its finance team. This is a hands-on position responsible for the accurate and timely processing of purchase invoices, supplier payments, expenses and related financial administration. You will also act as a key point of contact for supplier and internal queries, while supporting the wider finance function as required. The role would suit someone who is organised, detail-focused and proactive , with a strong understanding of purchase ledger processes and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices accurately and efficiently through the finance system.
• Ensure invoices are correctly coded to the appropriate nominal account and project.
• Match purchase invoices against purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Process company expenses and commission payments in a timely manner.
• Reconcile supplier statements against finance system records and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate supplier records, including setting up new supplier accounts and updating existing information.
• Process weekly supplier and employee expense payments through the banking system.
• Ensure payments are made accurately and within agreed supplier payment terms.
• Act as a key point of contact for supplier and internal queries relating to invoices, payments and purchase ledger matters.
• Respond to queries professionally and within agreed timescales.
• Ensure all relevant supporting documentation and approvals are in place before payments are processed.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure data is entered correctly into the finance system.
• Support the wider finance team with billing and other financial administration when required.
• Assist with resolving billing queries and identifying opportunities to improve processes and reduce recurring issues.
• Support accurate and timely invoicing in line with internal finance deadlines.
• Produce and maintain accurate financial information to support the wider finance function.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience in a purchase ledger, accounts payable or wider finance administration role .

You will be:

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with invoices, supplier statements and payment processes.
• Confident investigating discrepancies and resolving queries.
• Able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable communicating with suppliers, colleagues and other stakeholders.
• Proactive in identifying errors and opportunities to improve processes.
• Confident using finance systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Reliable, professional and able to work effectively as part of a wider finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join a growing business and take ownership of an important part of the finance function.

You will gain exposure across purchase ledger, accounts payable, expenses, payments and wider finance processes , while working closely with colleagues across the business.

The role offers scope to develop your finance experience within a supportive and fast-moving environment, with the opportunity to contribute to process improvements as the organisation continues to grow.