Temporary Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable Assistant Location: Redditch - Onsite Full Time
Duration: Immediate start - interim until end of the year
Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable Assistant to join our client on a temporary basis. This role is available for an immediate start and will run through to the end of the year.
The successful candidate will have proven experience in high-volume invoice processing, ideally gained within a manufacturing or fast-paced operational environment. This is a hands-on role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Key Responsibilities

• Accurate processing, coding, and matching of high volumes of invoices in line with company policies
• Liaising with suppliers to resolve invoice queries in a professional and timely manner
• Working closely with the procurement team to address discrepancies and issues
• Supporting the month-end purchase ledger close process
• Performing monthly supplier statement reconciliations
• Managing incoming post and emails related to invoices and associated tasks
• Preparing payment runs and liaising with the Finance Manager for approval
• Conducting GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced) analysis and reconciliation
• Assisting with cash posting and sales invoice generation as required

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in invoice processing within a high-volume environment
• Proven ability to carry out supplier statement reconciliations
• Excellent MS Office skills, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
• Capable of quickly learning new systems and processes
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proactive, team-oriented approach

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and able to prioritise effectively
• A hands-on approach with a willingness to support wider team activities
• Reliable, adaptable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment