Sale Group

Purchase Ledger / AP Manager Sale Group Cheam, Surrey (Office-based at head office) Full-time, Permanent We are a leading building services company specialising in mechanical, public health, maintenance, and specialist installation projects is seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Manager to join our established finance team. This is a full-time, office-based role at our head office in Cheam, Surrey, offering a professional working environment with excellent transport links. Key Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end purchase ledger function, including invoice receipt, coding, matching, approval processing, and query resolution. Manage weekly and monthly payment runs, ensuring timely and accurate supplier payments while maintaining strong cashflow control. Handle subcontractor payments in compliance with the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), including deductions, verifications, and monthly CIS returns. Reconcile supplier statements, resolve disputes, and maintain accurate supplier records. Support month-end close processes, accruals, and reporting for the finance team. Assist with the transition to and adoption of COINS (our new construction-specific ERP system), including data migration support, process mapping, and training where needed. Build and maintain trusted relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders across operations and project teams. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a Purchase Ledger Supervisor/Manager (or similar senior AP role) in a busy environment. Strong knowledge of the construction/building services industry, particularly handling CIS compliance and subcontractor payments. High level of integrity, trustworthiness, and discretion when managing sensitive financial processes and payments. Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to prioritise in a fast-paced setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software/ERP systems. Desirable: Previous hands-on experience using COINS (or similar construction ERP like Access Coins Evo) for purchase ledger/invoice processing. Experience in a mechanical, M&E, or building services contractor. We offer a competitive salary (dependent on experience), pension scheme, Benefits include Cyclescheme, electric car scheme, company healthcare scheme, annual discretionary bonus and the opportunity to join a stable, family-owned business with a strong reputation in the sector. If you are a reliable finance professional with construction sector exposure and ready to take ownership of a critical payments function, please apply with your CV and a brief covering note outlining your relevant experience. Apply now via CV-Library or contact us directly at Sale Group