Purchase Ledger

Job Details

Location: Somerset
Job Type: Permanent
Sector: Accounting
Job Posted: 21 days ago
Contact Email: sarah.elliott@thrivegroup.co.uk
Job Start Date: 2026-09-21
Application Expiry Date: 21/10/2026
Job Reference: 974370

Full Job Description

Thrive Group are delighted to be working with our client in Frome who is actively looking to recruit a Purchase Ledger to join the team on a permanent basis.
What you will be doing:
Reporting to the Finance manager, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely management of Purchase Ledger function. You will be a key point of contact for our suppliers and play a critical role in maintaining a healthy creditor position with effective payment controls.

  • Take ownership of and manage Purchase ledger effectively
  • Process purchase invoices on our accounting systems
  • Monitor and manage purchase invoices through the internal authorisation process
  • Ensure timely payments are made to our suppliers
  • Supplier statement reconciliations
  • Cashbook posting and bank reconciliations
  • Group invoice processing and payments
  • Quarterly group reconciliations
  • Supplier payment reporting

What you will need to succeed:

  • Previous experience in Purchase ledger would be desirable
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise and organise a large workload
  • Experience of working in an FMCG and/or working with UK supermarkets is an advantage
  • Good understanding of IT systems and software; proficiency in MS Excel is essential.

What you will receive in return:

  • £29,000 per annum
  • Monday to Friday 08.30AM to 17.30PM - 100% on site
  • 6% pension contribution
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Subsided Canteen, free parking & company shop
  • Wellbeing support (EAP, eye care, health screening)
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Secure employment with a growing business

 
What you need to do next:
If this position sounds of interest and you would like to be considered. Please email on sarah. elliott@ thrivegroup.co.uk or contact me on 01225 632666 to discuss further.
Thrive group are acting as an Employment Agency with respect to this vacancy.
If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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