Purchase Ledger Officer

Are you organised, accurate and customer-focused, with a keen eye for detail? We are looking for a Purchase Ledger Officer to join our Finance team and help ensure suppliers are paid correctly and on time.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who enjoys working with numbers and systems in a supportive team environment. Whether you already have accounts payable experience or are looking to develop your finance career.

About the Role

Reporting to the Principal Accountant – Treasury and Transaction, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the council's purchase ledger processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Registering and checking supplier invoices to ensure accurate and timely payment.
• Processing and approving proforma and faster payments.
• Responding to telephone and email enquiries from internal and external customers.
• Sorting and distributing incoming post and issuing remittances.
• Raising purchase orders for Financial Services and other departments.
• Setting up new suppliers on the finance system.
• Assisting with the maintenance of authorised signatory records.

What We're Looking For

You will have:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Good IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong numeracy and accuracy skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to deal with customers, suppliers and colleagues.
• A high level of integrity and professionalism.
• A positive, enthusiastic and self-motivated approach with the ability to work as part of a team.

Desirable experience includes:

• Working in an office environment.
• Accounts payable or purchase ledger experience.
• Experience of purchase ordering systems.
• Knowledge of local government services.

Working Pattern

• 15 hours per week, worked over a minimum of 4 days per week
• Fixed-Term contract to March 2028
• Flexible working pattern to be agreed, ensuring service requirements are met

For further information please contact Nikki Fleming, Financial Governance Manager on 01252 398810 or email nikki.fleming@rushmoor.gov.uk

Using AI in your application

We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) tools are increasingly used by candidates You're welcome to use AI to support your application, however, all information must be accurate, truthful, and reflective of your own skills, experience, and suitability for the role. You'll be assessed on your knowledge, skills, and experience throughout the selection process.

Application process

We review applications on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Pre-employment checks

Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including right to work verification. Depending on the role, additional checks (such as Disclosure and Barring Service check) may be required.

Equality and inclusion

Rushmoor Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

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Thank you - We appreciate your interest in working for Rushmoor Borough Council and taking the time to apply.