Purchase Ledger Clerk

SF Recruitment are seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our clients finance team on a 3-6 month temporary basis to provide additional support during a busy period. This role will involve managing purchase ledger responsibilities across approximately three entities, ensuring invoices and purchase orders are processed accurately and efficiently within established systems and procedures. Salary: £26,000 - £27,000 Contract: 3-6 Months (Temporary) Start Date: Tuesday 24th Working Pattern: Hybrid (Office: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 4:00pm (30-minute lunch). Friday: 8:00am - 3:30pm Key Responsibilities - Processing purchase orders and invoices - Chasing approvals via electronic systems - Issuing documentation electronically to schools - Managing and resolving invoice queries - Handling invoices without purchase orders, including: o Nominal coding o Allocating correct departmental codes - Reconciling supplier statements - Proactively chasing suppliers for outstanding invoices (via phone and email) - Providing general team cover and support as required Please note: Some purchase orders auto-upload; others require manual completion. About You - Previous experience in purchase ledger/accounts payable is essential - Confident with invoice processing and nominal coding - Comfortable chasing suppliers and managing queries via phone and email - Organised, methodical, and detail-oriented - Able to work independently while supporting a small team This is a quiet, reserved team environment. We are looking for someone who will naturally align with this culture - professional, focused, and low-key in approach. If you are available to start on Tuesday 24th and are looking for a temporary, hybrid opportunity within a supportive finance team, we would be pleased to hear from you