Purchase Ledger Clerk

Purchase Ledger Clerk required for a Bristol based business

Your new company
Bristol based business

Your new role Are you an organised, detail-driven finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? We're looking for a proactive Purchase Ledger Clerk to join this Accounts Payable team and play a key role in ensuring their suppliers are paid accurately and on time.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem solving, building strong internal and external relationships, and keeping processes running smoothly. What you'll be doing Invoice Processing & Administration

• Validating supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and rejecting those incorrectly addressed or missing purchase orders.
• Reviewing invoices pending in the system and supporting colleagues to resolve issues so payments are made within agreed terms.

Supplier & Stakeholder Communication

• Liaising with internal teams-both ad hoc and in scheduled meetings-to resolve queries that could delay payments.
• Communicating proactively with suppliers regarding payment delays, especially where issues have been escalated or accounts risk being placed on stop.

Account Maintenance & Reconciliations

• Validating supplier bank details and updating procurement with changes to remittance email addresses.
• Processing rebate credit notes promptly and accurately.
• Completing supplier statement reconciliations and resolving any discrepancies.
• Requesting VAT invoices for prepayments and ensuring they are processed correctly.
• Requesting repayment of debit balances from suppliers when required.

Team Support & Administration

• Providing copies of remittances upon request.
• Managing emails in both your personal inbox and shared AP Energy team inboxes, ensuring timely and professional responses.
• Maintaining clear, accurate notes and evidence on supplier accounts to support audit trails and internal visibility.

What you'll need to succeed
What you'll bring

• Experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Confidence communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to resolve issues quickly and collaboratively.

What you'll get in return

• Flexible working options available- 2 days in office, 3 days WFH
• Work with a team keen to drive the department forward
• Parking
• Friendly team to work with

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. INDHAF #