Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable

  • Michael Page
  • Oct 08, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

This full-time, office-based Purchase Ledger role offers the chance to join a supportive finance team within the construction sector, managing invoices, reconciliations, and supplier relationships.

CIS experience is highly valued, making it an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established business operating within the construction and infrastructure sector, delivering essential projects that support the UK's highways and civil engineering network. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and innovation, they've built a reputation for excellence and long-term partnerships with major public and private sector clients.

They foster a collaborative, inclusive, and values-driven culture, where employees are encouraged to grow, share ideas, and take pride in the impact of their work. Joining this organisation means becoming part of a team that is passionate, forward-thinking, and dedicated to raising standards across the industry.

Description

  • Accurately input and process supplier and subcontractor invoices
  • Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes (PO-GRN-Invoice)
  • Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice or payment queries
  • Manage the accounts inbox and liaise with suppliers on outstanding issues
  • Maintain up-to-date supplier and subcontractor account details
  • Assist with CIS verification and processing (training can be provided)
  • Support monthly payment runs and ensure timely, accurate payments
  • Prepare and upload invoices using accounting systems (e.g., Continia)
  • Provide general administrative support to the finance team
  • Work collaboratively across departments to ensure smooth AP processes

Profile

  • Minimum 2 years' Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger experience
  • Experience in construction or subcontractor environments advantageous
  • Knowledge of CIS and subcontractor invoice processing desirable
  • Confident using accounting software and Microsoft Office (Excel & Outlook)
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing invoices
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills
  • Good communication skills and confident liaising with suppliers and colleagues
  • Team player with a proactive, can-do attitude

Job Offer

  • Salary: 27,000 per year
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Pension scheme and bonus scheme
  • Private medical cover
  • Employee recognition and rewards platform
  • Referral scheme
  • Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment
  • Opportunity to gain experience with CIS and construction finance processes