Part-Time Purchase Ledger Clerk

20–30 hours per week (flexible)

£27,000 – £28,500 FTE (37.5 hours)

Cardiff - Office-based (full-time in the office)

3-Month Fixed-Term Contract with view to permanent

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a small, friendly and supportive team on an initial 3-month fixed-term contract, with a strong view to the role becoming permanent for the successful candidate.

Our client provides bookkeeping services to a variety of businesses, therefore previous practice or bookkeeping experience managing multiple clients would be highly advantageous. This is a hands-on role within a collaborative environment, suited to someone who is hardworking, reliable and happy to roll up their sleeves when needed.

The Role

This is an end-to-end purchase ledger position, supporting multiple client accounts.

Key responsibilities include:

Processing purchase invoices and credit notes using appropriate accounting software, ensuring accurate coding per client

Raising and resolving supplier or internal queries in a timely manner

Reconciling supplier statements

Preparing payment runs

Assisting with bank postings

Supporting the finance team with month-end processes

Assisting external finance teams with month-end and year-end requirements

Liaising closely with colleagues and clients across the business

Supporting with general office duties when required (e.g. answering phones, taking in deliveries)

Whilst the role is predominantly focused on purchase ledger, there will be ad-hoc duties as required, particularly during periods of annual leave.

About You

We are seeking someone who is:

Experienced in Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger

Confident managing multiple accounts or companies

Comfortable working across various accountancy software (Sage, Xero and Quick Books experience highly desirable)

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Numerically accurate with strong attention to detail

Able to manage deadlines and prioritise workload effectively

A clear communicator with a proactive approach to problem-solving

CIS experience desirable

Most importantly, you will be a team player who takes pride in your work and enjoys being part of a close-knit, supportive environment.

Benefits:

Salary review after successful probationary period

Flexible working can be accommodated

28 days holiday pro rata

On-site parking

If this role sounds of interest, please get in touch for further details and to secure a face-to-face interview