Pay: £13.85–£14.36 per hour
Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Working pattern: Flexible hours, for example 8:00am–2:00pm or 9:00am–3:00pm
Contract: Temporary, initial 3-month contract

Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk or Finance Assistant available immediately or at short notice?

We are looking for a confident and capable Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our team in Bury on a temporary basis to support a busy project period.

This role is offered on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential to continue thereafter on a monthly rolling basis, subject to business needs and project demands.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys temporary assignments, can quickly settle into a busy finance team, and is confident managing a varied purchase ledger workload from day one.

Key responsibilities

• Manage purchase ledger activities for companies within the group

• Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently

• Ensure supplier payments are made in line with agreed payment terms

• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve invoice and payment queries

• Reconcile supplier statements and bank accounts

• Set up and maintain supplier accounts

• Support month-end close processes

• Assist with audit requirements where needed

Skills and experience required

• Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Payable or similar finance role

• Strong invoice processing experience

• Experience of supplier statement reconciliations

• Good understanding of payment runs and purchase ledger controls

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment

• Reliable, flexible and team-oriented approach

Why apply?

• Temporary role with an immediate start available

• Flexible part-time hours across 5 days

• Friendly and supportive team environment

• Opportunity to join a busy finance function and make an immediate impact

If you are looking for your next temporary purchase ledger or accounts payable opportunity in Bury, we would love to hear from you.