Location
Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England
Industry sector
Financial Services
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
23/06/2026
Closing date
21/07/2026
Purchase Ledger Clerk
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £30,000 - £31,000 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time
We are seeking a highly organised and adaptable Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our busy finance and operations team.
This is a varied and hands-on role combining purchase ledger responsibilities with wider administrative and operational support across the business. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reporting processes, and providing essential information to senior management.
Key Responsibilities
Purchase Ledger & Finance Duties
* Processing and checking supplier invoices (including Sullivans, Alba, Dawson, BNP, leasing providers, and utilities)
* Reconciling supplier accounts (e.g. Alba/Omega, Sullivans, Noble Feed)
* Preparing payment runs and checking statements against payments made
* Requesting supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
* Processing monthly journals and supporting month-end close
* Managing rebates (e.g. Noble, PD Hook)
* Handling remittances and ensuring alignment with internal records
* Supporting stock takes and monitoring sundry stock
Operational & Reporting Support
* Producing daily KPI information and supporting weekly management reporting
* Updating and maintaining live plans, crop numbers, and bird records
* Checking tickets and reconciling against live operational data
* Completing end-of-crop results and updating farmer performance records
* Supporting farming spreadsheets and senior management reporting
* Maintaining price lists and assisting with feed plan updates
Administrative Duties
* Managing shared inboxes, prioritising emails, and supporting senior staff correspondence
* Collecting, opening, and distributing post
* Filing, archiving, and maintaining accurate records
* General office duties (e.g. post office runs, ordering supplies, visitor refreshments)
* Liaising with internal teams and external suppliers
Additional Responsibilities
* Providing payroll cover when required
* Assisting with ad hoc re-billing and invoice adjustments
* Monitoring specific inboxes and communications
* Providing general support to senior managers and directors
About You
* Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts assistant role
* Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
* Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent Excel and accounting system skills
* Strong communication and organisational abilities
* Proactive, flexible, and willing to support across the wider business
Desirable
* AAT or ACCA qualification (or currently studying)
* Experience in a fast-paced, operational, or agricultural environment
* Experience with KPI reporting and reconciliations
What We Offer
* Competitive salary (£30-31k)
* Study support
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Opportunities for career development and progression
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for CPL foods, please do not hesitate to apply.