Purchase Ledger Administrator

We are currently recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Administrator to join a busy finance team based in Brighton. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with purchase ledger experience to support the day-to-day…

Pay rate £18/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 9 September 2026

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We are currently recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Administrator to join a busy finance team based in Brighton. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with purchase ledger experience to support the day-to-day accounts payable function within a fast-paced environment.
As a Purchase Ledger Administrator, you will:
* Accurately receive, verify and process supplier invoices
* Maintain records using accounts payable systems, ensuring purchase orders are approved and correctly authorised
* Maintain accurate records of supplier transactions
* Handle supplier payment queries and invoice discrepancies
* Ensure correct VAT coding and processing on invoices
* Reconcile supplier statements against the purchase ledger
* Help ensure suppliers are paid accurately and within agreed terms
* Assist with the preparation of supplier payment runs every two weeks
* Support compliance with procurement policies and procedures
This is a temporary, full-time position working 35 hours per week in Brighton.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Previous experience with payment runs
* Good working knowledge of Excel
* Strong communication skills
* A team-oriented approach
* The ability to work calmly under pressure
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
* A proactive and enthusiastic attitude
* The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
The following would be advantageous:
* AAT qualification or studying towards a similar qualification
* Experience using SAP Concur
* Experience using Sage Accounting
* Experience using S/4Hana Cloud
Working for First Recruitment as a temporary worker is a great opportunity to experience a variety of workplaces within different industries whilst offering flexible working opportunities. You can also expect to receive excellent benefits once you begin temping with First Recruitment Services such as:
* 24/7 access to NHS-approved GP telephone support and prescription services
* Access to the UK's largest employee discount platform
* Specialist medical assistance and support hotline
* Weekly pay
* Hundreds of gym discounts
* 24/7 access to mental health crisis support and counselling
Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment business in relation to this assignment

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