Purchase Ledger Clerk
Salary/Rate:£15 - £17 per hour
Sector:Accountancy: Industry & Commerce
Location:South Kent
Job type:Temporary / Interim
Job ref:RE27072
Post Date:July 27, 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter
Robin Eades
Business Director - Accountancy Practice
About the Role
We're working with a well-established, highly respected medium-sized business within the hospitality sector that is looking for a confident finance professional to join their friendly and supportive team
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys taking ownership of the purchase ledger function. You'll be joining a business that values professionalism, teamwork and a positive working culture – a place where people work hard, support one another and aren't afraid to have a bit of fun along the way.
The Role
You'll be responsible for managing a busy purchase ledger from the outset, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and efficiently while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
We're looking for someone who is confident, organised and able to make an immediate impact.
You'll ideally have:
For further details on this or indeed any other temporary position then please do not hesitate to contact Robin.
Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys taking ownership of the purchase ledger function. You'll be joining a business that values professionalism, teamwork and a positive working culture – a place where people work hard, support one another and aren't afraid to have a bit of fun along the way.
The Role
You'll be responsible for managing a busy purchase ledger from the outset, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and efficiently while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
- Processing high volumes of purchase invoices with speed and accuracy.
- Matching, batching and coding invoices.
- Investigating and resolving supplier queries in a professional and timely manner.
- Reconciling supplier statements and ensuring outstanding items are cleared.
- Assisting with payment runs.
- Building positive working relationships across the business and with external suppliers.
- Supporting the wider finance team where required.
We're looking for someone who is confident, organised and able to make an immediate impact.
You'll ideally have:
- Previous experience within a high-volume purchase ledger role.
- The ability to work independently with minimal supervision from day one.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and resolving queries efficiently.
- Strong communication skills with the confidence to liaise professionally at all levels.
- A positive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively within a close-knit team.
- £15 - £17 per hour.
- A respected and growing business within the hospitality sector.
- A supportive, welcoming team with an enjoyable working environment.
- The opportunity to add value from day one and make a genuine impact.
For further details on this or indeed any other temporary position then please do not hesitate to contact Robin.
Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
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