Purchase Ledger Team Leader

Purchase Ledger Team Leader

An established organisation is seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Team Leader to oversee its accounts payable function. This role is central to ensuring accurate invoice processing, efficient payment cycles and strong supplier relationships, while maintaining compliance with internal financial controls.

You will lead the purchase ledger team, remain hands on with processing where required, and play an active role in reporting, controls and continuous improvement across the finance function.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the day to day activity of the purchase ledger team

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, credit notes and statements

• Oversee correct coding, matching and posting of invoices within Sage 50

• Monitor aged creditor balances and support the resolution of supplier queries

• Maintain effective controls and reconciliations across accounts payable processes

• Extract and analyse data using Microsoft Excel to support reporting and decision making

• Produce weekly and monthly KPI reports and assist with month end close

• Oversee payment runs including BACS, CHAPS and direct debits

• Manage supplier setup, amendments and payment terms in line with internal policy

• Ensure appropriate authorisation of invoices and purchase orders

• Support, coach and develop team members, including training and regular feedback

• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve issues

• Work closely with senior finance stakeholders on process improvements

Skills and experience required

• Proven experience within a purchase ledger or accounts payable function, with team leadership responsibilities

• Strong understanding of accounting processes and financial controls

• Confident communicator with the ability to manage internal and external stakeholders

• Well organised with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines

Qualifications

• A recognised finance or accounting qualification, or demonstrable experience in a similar role.

What's on offer

• Salary Competitive

• Pension scheme

• Training and development opportunities

• Supportive and cooperative finance team