Purchase Ledger Clerk; Part-Time
Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16, England, UK
Listed on 2026-03-05
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Finance & Banking
Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting & Finance
RM Recruit is delighted to be partnering with a Walsall-based organisation to recruit a detail-oriented and proactive Purchase Ledger Assistant on a part-time, temporary basis (22.2 hours per week). The initial contract will run for approximately three months, with a view to transitioning to a one-year fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover.
This role offers flexible, hybrid working, with two days per week office-based and one day working from home. It presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking flexible, part-time work within a supportive and collaborative environment.
The ideal candidate will be immediately available or available on short notice.
Key Responsibilities- Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
- Matching, batching and coding invoices to the correct nominal ledger accounts
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
- Preparing and processing payment runs (BACS/cheque)
- Setting up new supplier accounts and maintaining supplier records
- Handling supplier queries and maintaining positive working relationships
- Assisting with month-end procedures, including accruals and reporting
- Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties as required
- Previous experience in a finance role, with strong purchase ledger experience
- Good understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
- Experience using accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, Quick Books or similar)
- Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent communication skills and a professional manner
If you are seeking a new challenge, in a forward‑thinking environment, we encourage you to apply.
RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin.
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