Senior Purchase Ledger Assistant

Position: Senior Purchase Ledger Assistant (Permanent)
LV Logistics have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Purchase Ledger Assistant to join the team in our Felixstowe office. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return will receive a competitive salary.

About us

We are a privately owned, global logistics company with a strong reputation for delivering reliable and efficient services to our customers. As a growing organisation, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

We’re looking for someone to take a lead role within the purchase ledger function, supporting the team and ensuring smooth day?to?day operations. They’ll bring a hands-on approach, a positive attitude, they will be someone who values teamwork, takes pride in getting things done, and enjoys being a key part of day-to-day operations.

Key responsibilities of our Senior Purchase Ledger Assistant:

Reconciling supplier statements GBP & Foreign currency

Liaising with internal departments to resolve queries.

Processing BACS payments

Currency forecast for foreign payments

Processing Fortnightly FX payment runs

Processing daily payments

Distribute supplier invoices received for approval

Processing nominal invoices

Liaise with credit control & suppliers to agree contra’s

Bank reconciliations

General daily purchase ledger tasks

At all times remain professional and confidential.

What we are looking for in our Senior Purchase Ledger Assistant:

Positive, enthusiastic, dedicated and able to fit into a busy and productive team.

Previous accounts experience is essential.

AAT qualification is a bonus but not essential.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and internal systems.

Friendly, positive, and professional attitude

Strong organisational skills with great attention to detail.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.

Proactive and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Previous experience in an accounts or finance role within a logistics or transport environment is highly desirable.

The successful candidate will be a member of a small team and report directly to the Finance Manager. This role is a full-time permanent position with a starting salary from £30k subject to experience.

Why Join Us?

Competitive Salary & Benefits Package:
We offer an attractive salary and benefits package, including:

Performance bonuses

25 days annual leave + Bank holidays + your birthday off if it falls on a working day!

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Work Scheme

Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Healthcare Plan

Life assurance cover

Wellbeing Package including discounted gym memberships, mental health support, GP anytime service.

Occupational Sick pay

Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Senior Purchase Ledger Assistant, then please click ‘apply’ today – we’d love to hear from you