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Posted 25 July, 2026

Purchase Ledger Assistant

Reed
Taunton, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Purchase Ledger Assistant

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Taunton | £26,000 - £28,000 | 37 Hours per Week | Permanent

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I'm delighted to be recruiting a Purchase Ledger Assistant on behalf of a fantastic organisation based in Taunton. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive finance team within a values-driven organisation that makes a real difference in the community.

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The Role

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Reporting to the Purchase Ledger Supervisor, you'll be responsible for supporting the efficient operation of the purchase ledger function, ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and on time.

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Key responsibilities include:

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  • Processing supplier invoices and petty cash claims
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  • Preparing and processing supplier payment runs
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  • Setting up and maintaining supplier accounts
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  • Resolving supplier and internal queries
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  • Reconciling supplier statements and petty cash accounts
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  • Ensuring VAT compliance and adherence to authorisation procedures
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  • Building positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
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  • Supporting process improvements within the finance function
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About You

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  • Previous purchase ledger or accounts payable experience
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  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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  • Experience using accounting systems
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  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
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  • The ability to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines
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Additional benefits available. If interested, please submit a full copy of your updated CV to .