Purchase Ledger Clerk

Purchase Ledger Clerk Reference Number -

Salary Competitive

At Wessex Garages, we've been putting customers first and delivering excellence in automotive retail for over 35 years. With dealerships across South Wales and the South West of England, we proudly represent leading manufacturers including Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, GWM and Mitsubishi. For these leading brands we supply new and used cars and vans, deliver after sales support and champion the Motability Scheme.

We're proud to offer our customers and colleagues an experience built on Knowledge, Value, Transparency, and Trust - values that are at the heart of everything we do.

About the role:

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our friendly and supportive accounts team. Reporting to the Purchase Ledger Supervisor, you will play a key role in managing the purchase ledger process, from handling purchase orders to processing invoices and reconciliations. The Purchase ledger function provides an indispensable service to the accounts team, underpinning the wider financial stability of the business through their robust processes and systems.

Key responsibilities:

• Accurately match, check, and code invoices
• Process staff expenses in a timely manner
• Set up and maintain supplier accounts, ensuring all details are up to date
• Reconcile supplier statements to maintain accuracy and transparencyOrganise and file invoices efficiently
• Input data with precision and attention to detail
• Act as the first point of contact for purchase ledger queries
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers
• Continuously review systems and processes, identifying opportunities for improvement

What we're looking for:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A strong team player with a collaborative approach
• Self-motivated, organised, flexible and proactive
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines

Key Information:

• Working pattern: 37.5 hours/wk, Mon - Fri 8am - 4pm

Why join Wessex Garages?

We're committed to supporting our people with a range of benefits designed to promote wellbeing, reward loyalty, and enhance your overall experience at work:

• Holiday Allowance - Enjoy 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with extra days added the longer you stay with us.
• Pension Scheme - We contribute to your future with company-backed pension support.
• Exclusive Employee Schemes - Take advantage of our discounted car purchase programme and Cycle to Work scheme after completing your probation.
• Wellbeing Support - Through our partnership with Menable, a specialist service for the automotive sector, you'll have free access to confidential coaching, wellbeing check ins, and referral support where needed.
• Health Benefits - We provide complimentary eye tests and flu vaccination vouchers to help you stay healthy year-round.

Please note:

• Driving licence checks will be carried out during the recruitment process.
• We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, and this will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

To see all our latest vacancies, please visit

Reg Office: Pennywell Road, Bristol, Avon, BS5 0TT

Reg. Company Number:

VAT Reg. No.

Wessex Garages Holdings Limited is an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their registration number is 313486) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts as an intermediary.Wessex Garages Holdings Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for consumer credit activity and our registration number is 535085. Permitted activities include acting as a credit broker not a lender.We can introduce you to a limited number of finance providers. We do not charge a fee for our Consumer Credit services. We do not act as a financial adviser, or fiduciary. We act in our own interest, whichever lender we introduce you to, we will typically receive commission from them based on either a fixed fee or a fixed percentage of the amount you borrow. Any and all commission amounts will be fully disclosed to you as part of your sales journey. You will be required to give your fully informed consent to our receipt of this commission. By doing this, you acknowledge that you understand our role as a credit broker, and that we will receive a financial incentive if you take out a loan from a lender that we introduce you to.All finance applications are subject to status, terms and conditions apply, UK residents only, 18s or over, Guarantees may be required.

Social media

Featuring the latest news, stories and updates.