Purchase Ledger Clerk | [Location/Remote] | £14.00 per hour (PAYE)

Construction & Maintenance Sector | Specialized Software Experience Required

Are you a finance professional with specific experience using COINS or ENCORA? We are seeking a detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a leading construction and maintenance contractor.

This is a vital role within a busy finance team, responsible for the high-volume processing of supplier and subcontractor invoices. You will ensure the ledger is accurate, compliant with industry regulations, and that all payments are executed efficiently.

THE OFFER

• Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour (PAYE)

• Sector: Construction / Social Housing Maintenance

• Software: COINS or ENCORA (Mandatory)

• Work Pattern: Office-based with WFH Potential (subject to performance and business needs).

• Contract: Ongoing Temporary / Temp-to-Perm.

THE ROLE

You will manage the end-to-end purchase ledger process, ensuring all financial data is processed in line with construction industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing: Processing high volumes of supplier and subcontractor invoices using COINS / ENCORA.

• CIS Compliance: Ensuring all subcontractor invoices are correctly verified and that the correct CIS deductions are applied.

• Three-Way Matching: Matching invoices to purchase orders (POs) and delivery notes (GRNs).

• Statement Reconciliations: Reconciling supplier statements to ensure the ledger is accurate and up to date.

• Query Management: Liaising with suppliers and internal project managers to resolve pricing or quantity discrepancies.

• BACS Payments: Assisting with the preparation of weekly and monthly payment runs.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Software Expertise: You must have prior experience using COINS or ENCORA accounting software.

• Industry Knowledge: Previous experience working within a construction, maintenance, or social housing environment is highly desirable.

• Financial Accuracy: A strong understanding of CIS, VAT, and high-volume data entry.

• Communication: A professional telephone manner for dealing with supplier queries and internal stakeholders.

If you have the required software experience and are looking for a fast-paced finance role, apply now for an immediate start.