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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