Senior Purchase Ledger Assistant

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Rachel Porteous

Manager
Transactional & Part Qualified

Rachel Porteous
  • Location: Blackburn
  • Salary: Up to £32k
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Job Role: Full Time
  • Posted: 28 July 2026
Applications end: 27 August 2026

Senior Purchase Ledger Assistant

If you’re an experienced Purchase Ledger professional who’s ready to step into a more senior role, this could be exactly what you’re looking for.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a busy ledger, support the wider finance function and become a go-to person within the team.

You’ll be joining a collaborative business where accuracy is valued, teamwork is encouraged and there’s genuine opportunity to make an impact. It’s the perfect move for someone who enjoys improving processes, supporting colleagues and taking pride in keeping the purchase ledger running efficiently.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴:

• Managing the end-to-end processing of a high volume of invoices each month, ensuring they’re processed accurately and on time.
• Taking ownership of supplier accounts, resolving queries and building strong working relationships.
• Supporting the wider finance and operational teams with invoice and payment-related queries.
• Ensuring supplier information and account records are maintained accurately.
• Monitoring shared finance inboxes and responding promptly to internal and external enquiries.
• Investigating discrepancies and working with stakeholders to resolve issues quickly.
• Assisting with month-end activities and supporting the wider accounts function where required.
• Helping identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency across the purchase ledger function.
• Providing guidance and support to junior team members where appropriate.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱?
• Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable experience and is ready to take the next step in their career.
• Confidence managing a busy workload and processing high volumes accurately.
• Attention to detail and takes real ownership of their work.
• Has good Excel skills and confidence using finance systems (experience with SAP would be an advantage).
• Can prioritise effectively and work to tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Brings a proactive, positive attitude and enjoys being part of a supportive team.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂?
• An annual salary of up to £32k
• 28 days annual leave
• Career progression opportunities
• Flexible working hours

Interested? Apply today or get in touch with Rachel for more info.

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