Job Description

Purchase Ledger Administrator

About us:

Withers Fruit Farm Ltd is a leading fruit grower and packaging company based in Ledbury.

Job Purpose:

We are currently seeking to recruit a Purchase Ledger Administrator to efficiently and accurately process financial data for our growing enterprise. The ideal candidate will foster strong relationships with both internal and external partners.

The role is:

16 hours per week worked over 4 days

Permanent

Fully on-site

Salary range 27000 - 30000 pa pro-rata

Main Responsibilities:

Daily

Monitor email account messages and print Accounts Payable Invoices, plus those received by post

Code invoices to correct Cost Centres and Departments

Enter invoices onto XERO

Distribute invoices to Managers/Budget Holders for approval

Ensure invoices are returned in a timely manner

Once returned, make amendments on XERO if necessary, and file pending payment

Print off supplier statements and file.

Deal with supplier issues and correspondence promptly and efficiently

Weekly

Reconcile supplier statements with invoices and investigate any anomalies

Create supplier payment run and submit to Financial Director for approval.

Create BACS payment file

File paid invoices

Review unpaid balances

Forecast future payment levels

About You:

The ideal candidate will have a strong sense of ownership and responsibility, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams within the Finance and Management function.

Essential Skills & Experience:

Ability to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines Strong time management skills High level of accuracy and attention to detail A team player with a collaborative mindset Excellent communication skills, both internally and externally Flexible and adaptable to changing needs Intermediate proficiency in Excel Point of contact for any invoice related queries Ability to work independently Willingness to increase hours of work as a result of business expansion

Desirable:

Working knowledge of XERO

Experience in a similar role

Willingness to undertake training in, and implement new software

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 27,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 05/06/2025
Expected start date: 23/06/2025