Purchase Ledger Assistant

  • RM Recruit
  • Tamworth, Staffordshire
  • Nov 22, 2025
Contractor Accounting

Job Description

RM Recruit are excited to be working in partnership with a forward-thinking organisation based in Tamworth who are actively seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their team on a full-time, temporary basis for circa 3 months. This role will be site based for the initial training period and will then transition to a flexible, hybrid arrangement with the office presence set at 2 days per week and the rest working from home (Monday-Friday).

This role is ideal for someone immediately available or available on short notice, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident handling high volumes of invoices with accuracy and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Processing supplier invoices and credit notes in a timely manner
  • Matching, batching, and coding invoices
  • Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies
  • Managing the purchase ledger inbox and responding to supplier queries
  • Assisting with weekly and monthly payment runs
  • Supporting the wider finance team with ad-hoc administrative tasks

Person Specification

  • Previous experience within a purchase ledger or accounts payable role
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent numerical skills
  • Good working knowledge of Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, Oracle)
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Available for an immediate or short notice start

If you are seeking a fresh challenge, we encourage you to apply.

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