Purchase Ledger - Stafford

Purchase Ledger Stafford, Permanent, £25,000- £30,000, 37 hours per week, On-site working

The Role
We are partnering with a well-established and growing organisation to recruit a Senior Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger professional to take ownership of the AP function and support the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations.

This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced Purchase Ledger candidate who is confident about managing the end-to-end AP process, resolving complex queries, and supporting process improvements. You will act as a key point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payments.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end purchase ledger / accounts payable function

Process high-volume supplier invoices accurately and efficiently

Match, batch, and code invoices in line with internal policies

Prepare and process supplier payment runs

Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

Act as the main point of contact for supplier and internal AP queries

Support month-end close, including AP reconciliations and reporting

Maintain aged creditor balances and support cash-flow visibility

Assist with improving AP processes, controls, and efficiencies

Provide guidance or support to junior AP staff (where applicable)

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience in a Senior Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role

Strong understanding of end-to-end AP processes

Experience working in high-volume invoice environments

Confident in handling complex queries and supplier escalations

Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills

Competent user of finance systems and Excel

A proactive and collaborative approach to working within finance teams

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