Purchase Ledger Clerk - John Banks Group

Location: Head Office, Bury St Edmunds
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

John Banks Group is one of East Anglia's leading family-owned automotive dealer groups, representing a range of well-known vehicle manufacturers across multiple locations.

We are looking for an organised and accurate Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our Accounts team at our Head Office in Bury St Edmunds. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail who enjoys working in a busy, deadline-driven finance environment.

The Role

Working closely with the wider Accounts team, your responsibilities will include:

• Processing and coding supplier invoices and credit notes accurately
• Matching invoices against purchase orders and investigating discrepancies
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving outstanding items
• Preparing supplier payment runs for authorisation
• Responding to supplier and internal departmental queries
• Ensuring invoices are correctly authorised in line with company procedures
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date purchase ledger records
• Assisting with month-end procedures and reporting
• Supporting the Accounts team with other duties when required

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous purchase ledger or general accounts experience
• Strong numerical and administrative skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office 365, teams etc.
• The ability to organise and prioritise a varied workload
• Confidence communicating with suppliers, managers and colleagues
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience within the automotive industry or using Pinewood Pinnacle would be advantageous, although training can be provided

What We Offer

• A stable, full-time position within an established family-owned business
• A friendly and supportive Accounts team
• Staff discounts and employee benefits
• Ongoing training and development
• Free on-site parking

If you are reliable, methodical and take pride in maintaining accurate financial records, we would be pleased to hear from you.

John Banks Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Benefits

• Cycle to work Scheme
• Auto Enrolment Pension
• Death in Service Benefit
• Staff Discounts
• Optional healthcare
• PPE Supplied
• Training
• Development
• Finance Advice and Support

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to employment commencing.

At least two years relevant experience in a similar role