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Purchase Ledger - Stafford

Job Posted: 10 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

Expire in: 18 days

Job Description

The Role

We are partnering with a well-established and growing organisation to recruit a Senior Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger professional to take ownership of the AP function and support the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations.

This is a hands‑on role suited to an experienced Purchase Ledger candidate who is confident about managing the end‑to‑end AP process, resolving complex queries, and supporting process improvements. You will act as a key point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payments.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end‑to‑end purchase ledger / accounts payable function
Process high‑volume supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
Match, batch, and code invoices in line with internal policies
Prepare and process supplier payment runs
Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Act as the main point of contact for supplier and internal AP queries
Support month‑end close, including AP reconciliations and reporting
Maintain aged creditor balances and support cash‑flow visibility
Assist with improving AP processes, controls, and efficiencies
Provide guidance or support to junior AP staff (where applicable)

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience in a Senior Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role
Strong understanding of end‑to‑end AP processes
Experience working in high‑volume invoice environments
Confident in handling complex queries and supplier escalations
Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills
Competent user of finance systems and Excel
A proactive and collaborative approach to working within finance teams

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