Purchase Ledger Assistant - Reed : Job Details

Are you ready to take your accounting career to the next level in a fast-paced, forward-thinking company? Reed Accountancy is proud to be recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Assistant on behalf of a top-tier company in their field. This is a chance to be part of a vibrant team working in a newly renovated office space, where innovation thrives and collaboration fuels success.An office-based, permanent position and paying £27,000 - £32,000 per annum (depending on if you are AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualified).

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Process and post invoices with precision, using correct GL codes and maintaining financial integrity.
• Take ownership of the purchase order system, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across operational expenses.
• Resolve supplier queries, manage payment runs, and reconcile month-end statements.
• Keep the statement reconciliation tracker up to date and ensure timely invoice processing.
• Produce weekly KPI reports, identify areas for improvement, and support automation initiatives.
• Prepare cover for weekly payment runs and maintain financial trackers (utilities, repairs & maintenance).
• Review contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness and service quality. 

What We’re Looking For:

• Solid experience in Purchase Ledger and supplier account reconciliation.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, SUM functions, etc.).
• Quick to learn new systems and comfortable with tech.
• Excellent communicator with a proactive, team-first mindset.
• AAT Level 3 qualification preferred – but experience counts too!
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy matters.