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Temporary Purchase Ledger Assistant

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United Kingdom , Edinburgh

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Finance

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Salary:

14.50 GBP / Hour
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Job Description:

Our client is looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger Assistant to support their busy summer period. This is a fast paced hands on role within a collaborative finance team, playing a key part in ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time.

Job Responsibility:

  • Jointly manage and monitor the receipt of incoming supplier invoices
  • Match supplier invoices to corresponding bookings
  • Apply accurate coding to invoices
  • Process invoices using the accounting system
  • Handle supplier payments in a timely and accurate manner
  • Raise queries and respond to queries from suppliers
  • Work closely with colleagues and the management team in a dynamic environment

Requirements:

  • Previous experience working with a Purchase Ledger essential
  • A high level of attention to detail even during busy periods
  • The ability to thrive in a fast paced and fluid working environment
  • Experience using MS Excel and Outlook
  • Strong numeracy skills
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and suppliers
  • An understanding of basic accounting principles
  • The ability to hit the ground running or pick things up quickly due to the temporary nature of the role
What we offer:
  • Weekly pay
  • 28 days paid annual leave (accrued weekly)
  • Direct employment with Office Angels - we're always on hand to support you
  • Access to high street discount vouchers
  • Eye care vouchers and contributions towards glasses for VDU use
  • Support with securing permanent roles and interview coaching
  • Pension scheme option (with employer contributions)
  • Statutory Sick Pay
  • Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme
  • Opportunities across our wider group of specialist recruitment businesses

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 09, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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