Purchase Ledger Clerk
CV-LibraryWigan, Greater ManchesterpermanentPosted: 4 March 2026
Apply NowMorgan McKinley is partnering with a growing construction business based in Wigan to recruit a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their finance team on a permanent basis.
Role
In this position, you will report into the Accounts Assistant and take ownership of the purchase ledger function, processing approximately 500 invoices per month. You will play a key role in ensuring supplier accounts are accurate, up to date, and paid in a timely manner within a busy construction environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Processing approximately 500 purchase invoices per month
* Matching, batching and coding invoices accurately
* Reconciling supplier statements
* Resolving invoice queries with suppliers and internal teams
* Preparing and processing supplier payment runs
* Performing bank reconciliations
* Assisting with month-end procedures
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role
* Experience within construction would be advantageous
* Experience using Kerridge or Keyloop systems would be highly beneficial
* Strong reconciliation skills and high attention to detail
* Confident managing high volumes in a fast-paced environment
* Organised, reliable, and able to work independently
* No formal qualifications required - experience is key
Salary & Benefits
£28,000 - £30,000 per annum
Full-time, office-based role (5 days per week)
Half day finish on Fridays
Role
In this position, you will report into the Accounts Assistant and take ownership of the purchase ledger function, processing approximately 500 invoices per month. You will play a key role in ensuring supplier accounts are accurate, up to date, and paid in a timely manner within a busy construction environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Processing approximately 500 purchase invoices per month
* Matching, batching and coding invoices accurately
* Reconciling supplier statements
* Resolving invoice queries with suppliers and internal teams
* Preparing and processing supplier payment runs
* Performing bank reconciliations
* Assisting with month-end procedures
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role
* Experience within construction would be advantageous
* Experience using Kerridge or Keyloop systems would be highly beneficial
* Strong reconciliation skills and high attention to detail
* Confident managing high volumes in a fast-paced environment
* Organised, reliable, and able to work independently
* No formal qualifications required - experience is key
Salary & Benefits
£28,000 - £30,000 per annum
Full-time, office-based role (5 days per week)
Half day finish on Fridays