Purchase Ledger Manager

Purchase Ledger Manager
Location: Shoreham-by-Sea (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Department: Finance
Internal Job Level: Senior Specialist/Manager

We're looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger Manager to take ownership of the purchase ledger function across Focus Group.

Leading a small team, you'll be responsible for ensuring the accurate processing of invoices, timely supplier payments, and the smooth running of all accounts payable activities across the business. This is a great opportunity for a proactive finance professional who enjoys driving efficiencies, developing people, and building strong relationships with both suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

What You'll Be Doing

Lead the purchase ledger function across Focus Group, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and within agreed timescales.

• Manage and develop the Purchase Ledger team, providing coaching, support, and performance management.
• Oversee fortnightly payment runs, ensuring suppliers are paid in line with agreed terms.
• Manage supplier account creation and maintenance.
• Resolve supplier queries and invoice disputes promptly and professionally.
• Ensure invoices are matched and verified against purchase orders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Review and improve purchase ledger processes, controls, and efficiencies.
• Reconcile company credit card statements and oversee employee expense approvals.
• Support payroll with fuel card deductions and assist with commission reporting.
• Ensure key deadlines are met and maintain a high level of accuracy across the function.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience managing a high-volume purchase ledger function.
• Experience leading and motivating a finance team.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Desirable Skills

• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) or similar ERP/accounting systems.
• Experience within the telecoms, technology, MSP, or managed services sector.

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Benefits

• Holiday Allowance - 24 days + bank holidays + birthday leave. 
• Hybrid working options - performance depending. 
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave. 
• Paid volunteering day * regular charity events.
• Wider company benefits across health, financial wellbeing, Pension etc.