Accounts Assistant

Purchase Ledger Clerk - Utilities Focus

Location: Blackburn (BB1)

Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 (Depending on experience) + Excellent Benefits

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (Office-based)

Work Location: In person

Full time / Permanent

Remarkable Jobs are recruiting on behalf of a successful and fast-growing commercial property rental and block management company. Known for their hands-on approach and strong reputation in managing a diverse portfolio of retail and residential properties, they deliver high-quality services across operations, finance, and facilities management. With ambitious growth plans in place, this is a fantastic time to join - the business offers excellent career progression and the opportunity to grow with the company.

We are now seeking a meticulous and experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk, with a specific focus on utility bill processing, to join their finance team in Blackburn.

Purchase Ledger Clerk Role - Utilities Focus:

As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will be responsible for managing the utility billing process across a broad property portfolio. You'll handle high volumes of supplier invoices, ensure all transactions are accurate, and liaise with utility providers to ensure smooth processing. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a key role in a growing and supportive team.

Purchase Ledger Clerk Key Responsibilities:

• Process all including utility bills (gas, electric, water, telecoms) across residential and commercial sites.
• Maintain and manage the purchase ledger for utility-related accounts.
• Identify and resolve billing errors or discrepancies with suppliers.
• Monitor contract terms, meter readings, and payment deadlines.
• Reconcile supplier statements and support internal reporting.
• Use Sage 50 and Excel to analyse spend and ensure data accuracy.
• Support wider purchase ledger and finance team activity as needed.

What They Are Looking For:

Essential:

• 3+ years of purchase ledger or accounts payable experience, including utility bills.
• Proficient with Sage 50 and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong reconciliation and data accuracy skills.
• Excellent communication and organisation when working with suppliers.
• Ability to manage high volumes of invoices across multiple properties.

Desirable:

• Background in commercial property or block management.
• Understanding of utility contracts, billing processes, and energy usage data.
• Finance-related qualification or Certificate of Higher Education.

Key Attributes:

• Methodical, proactive, and highly organised.
• Able to thrive in a busy, fast-paced team.
• Keen to develop professionally and take on more responsibility.

Benefits Include:

• Company bonus scheme
• Pension contribution
• Free on-site parking
• Office-based (Monday to Friday - no weekends)
• Clear, structured career progression within a growing business

If you're a skilled purchase ledger professional and are looking for a long-term opportunity with development potential, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now!