Purchase Ledger Assistant

Purchase Ledger Assistant
Location: Tunbridge Wells (Office-based, 5 days per week)
Hours: 08:30 – 18:00
Competitive salary, 28 days holidays plus additional post-Christmas days off.

About the Company
Our client is a highly respected, independent luxury jeweller based in Tunbridge Wells, renowned for craftsmanship, heritage, and exceptional customer experience. With a team of around 60–70 employees and a strong reputation in the high-end retail space, the business offers a stable, close-knit environment with genuinely low staff turnover.
 
The Role
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-focused Purchase Ledger Assistant to take ownership of the end-to-end accounts payable function. This is a key role within the finance team, working closely with the Finance Director and playing a vital part in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the smooth running of the business.
You’ll manage a busy ledger of circa 1,000 invoices per month, so confidence, organisation, and a hands-on approach are essential.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the purchase ledger function from start to finish
• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices (circa 1,000 per month)
• Matching, batching, and coding invoices using Sage Line 50
• Managing supplier queries and building strong working relationships
• Preparing and supporting payment runs
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
• Supporting month-end processes and reporting where required
• Working closely with the Finance Director on day-to-day finance operations

 
What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role
• Experience using Sage Line 50 or similar Finance systems 
• Comfortable managing high volumes with accuracy and attention to detail
• Proactive, organised, and able to take ownership of your workload
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Reliable and happy working in a fully office-based role
• Confident Excel user

 
Why Join?

• Stable, well-established luxury brand with an excellent reputation
• Low staff turnover and a supportive working environment
• Opportunity to take real ownership of your role and make an impact
• Work closely with an experienced Finance Director

 
If you’re looking for a role where you can take ownership, work in a quality-driven environment, and be part of a well-regarded local business, we’d love to hear from you.

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