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Posted 21 July, 2026

Purchase Ledger Team Leader

Elevation Recruitment Group
Wetherby, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Purchase Ledger Team Leader | Wetherby | Hybrid Working\n

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

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Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger professional who enjoys leading a team but still likes to be hands-on?

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We're recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Team Leader to join a growing business based in Wetherby. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll lead a team of three Purchase Ledger Clerks, ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger function while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day processing.

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This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that's investing in its finance function, with a combination of manual processes and automated invoice systems, giving you the chance to help drive efficiencies and continuous improvement.

What you'll be doing:\n
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  • Leading, motivating and supporting a team of three Purchase Ledger Clerks.
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  • Managing the day-to-day purchase ledger function, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time.
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  • Remaining hands-on with invoice processing, matching, batching and coding.
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  • Preparing supplier payment runs and reconciling supplier statements.
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  • Resolving supplier queries and building strong relationships with internal stakeholders.
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  • Supporting month-end activities and maintaining accurate financial records.
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  • Identifying opportunities to improve processes and maximise the use of automation.
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  • Working closely with the Financial Controller to ensure an efficient and well-managed finance function.
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What we're looking for:\n
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  • Previous Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable experience.
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  • Experience supervising or mentoring a small team.
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  • A hands-on approach with a willingness to support the team during busy periods.
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  • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
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  • Confident communicator with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
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  • Experience using finance systems and good Microsoft Excel skills.
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What's on offer?\n
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  • Hybrid working.
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  • A supportive and collaborative finance team.
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  • The opportunity to influence processes and help shape the future of the purchase ledger function.
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  • A varied role offering both leadership and operational responsibility.
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  • Competitive salary and benefits.
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If you're looking for a role where you can lead from the front, make a real impact, and be part of a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

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Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.