Are you an organised finance professional with a good eye for detail and experience working within purchase ledger?
We’re working with a well-established business based in Ipswich who are looking to add a Purchase Ledger Assistant to their finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, keeping things organised and making sure invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.
• Processing and accurately recording supplier invoices
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery documentation
• Setting up and maintaining supplier accounts
• Preparing supplier payment runs and ensuring payments are made within agreed terms
• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating any discrepancies
• Responding to supplier queries and resolving invoice or payment issues
• Processing credit notes and handling invoice adjustments
• Maintaining accurate finance records and ensuring information is kept up to date
• Assisting with month-end processes and general finance administration
• Providing support to the wider accounts team when required
• Previous purchase ledger or accounts payable experience
• Good attention to detail and a methodical approach
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Good communication skills, particularly when dealing with suppliers
• Confidence using Microsoft Excel and finance/accounting systems
• The ability to work independently while also contributing to a wider finance team
Ready to take the next step in your accountancy career? Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity!
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
Please contact our specialist recruiter

Commercial & Engineering Managing Consultant
Ryan joins Busy Bee Recruitment as Managing Consultant for both our Commercial & Engineering division, bringing a wealth of experience and a strong track record in delivering results. He leads from the front, supporting both clients and candidates while driving performance across the team. Supporting our team of existing consultants, Oliver, Laura, Fausta and Hannah we are excited to see this teams and divisions grow.
Email:
rmarkey@busybeerecruitment.co.uk
Telephone:
01353 880253