Robert Half
Purchase Ledger ClerkThe Opportunity
Robert Half is delighted to be recruiting a Purchase Ledger & Admin Assistant on behalf of a well-established, family-run business based in Eastleigh. With a strong UK presence and a close-knit team of around 40 people, this is a company where your contribution genuinely matters.
This is a varied, hands-on finance role sitting at the heart of the business. If you're someone who takes real pride in accuracy, enjoys getting into the detail, and wants to work somewhere with a genuine team culture, this could be a great fit.
Salary: £30,000
Location: Eastleigh, 5 days onsite
Permanent (temp-to-perm considered)
Hours: 8am – 5pm (1 hour lunch)
What You'll Be Doing
Purchase Ledger (core focus):
- Processing high volumes of supplier invoices – matching against POs and goods received notes
- Identifying and resolving discrepancies, including VAT queries
- Preparing monthly payment runs (30 days end of month)
- Reconciling supplier statements and managing credit notes
Sales Ledger & Credit Control:
- Transferring invoices between internal systems
- Light-touch credit control – approximately five accounts per month
- Raising and issuing small works invoices
General Administration:
- CIS submissions and compliance record management
- Expenses processing, fuel card and mobile phone analysis
- Maintaining vehicle and maintenance spreadsheets
- Supporting the Financial Accountant on ad hoc tasks
What We're Looking For
- Solid experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role
- Exceptional attention to detail – particularly around invoice processing and VAT
- Comfortable working with legacy or complex finance systems
- Confident handling high-value and high-volume invoices accurately
- A proactive, can-do attitude and strong communication skills
The Package
- Salary: up to £30,000
- Holiday: 24 days + bank holidays
- Pension: 3% employer / 5% employee contribution
- Death in service: 4x salary (after 6 months)
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