Job Description

The Opportunity


This is an exciting temporary (6-8 month) opportunity for an individual looking to make a real difference to the lives of residents and communities across Wales. As our Purchase Ledger Officer (Maintenance) you will play a key role in the Treasury and Payments team to deliver what matters to our residents.


Who are we looking for?


To succeed in this role, you will have a genuine passion and interest in what we do as an organisation. You will have knowledge of accounting systems and the ability to communicate with all levels of financial and non-financial staff. Ideally you will have previous experience of working in a finance department.


To help us deliver an excellent service you must have a proven track record in the following:


Working to strict deadlines
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Great team working skills.
Attention to detail.
Experience of purchase ledger function within a busy team
A creative approach and willingness to change and improve systems and ways of working.


What will you be doing?


We are looking for someone to play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient processing of invoices. You will be responsible for sorting, distributing, and coding invoices while checking order numbers against our finance systems to maintain accuracy, whilst providing essential support ensuring the correct input of financial data.


You will be responsible for handling key tasks such as timely posting of invoices, supplier statement reconciliation, and preparation of payment runs via BACS, ensuring suppliers receive their remittance advice promptly. Investigating queries from external suppliers, liaising with departments, and resolving invoice issues will be key aspects of your role.


You will also maintain supplier records, update details, and collaborate with departments to refine invoicing processes. In addition, you will offer valuable support to the Treasury and Payments team when needed.


For further information about the role please view the attached role profile in the recruitment pack.


Who are Wales & West Housing (WWH)?


We are one of the leading housing providers in Wales; providing affordable homes and services to more than 24,000 residents in over 12,500 properties across Wales. We formed a Group company in 2011, to include Cambria Maintenance Ltd. We employ over 450 staff at WWH and over 190 staff in Cambria, making us a major Welsh employer. As an organisation we adopt a systems thinking approach to the way we manage and deliver our services across the Group; it underpins the way in which we operate.


We are embracing a hybrid way of working that enables us to deliver a great service and supports a strong and connected organisational culture. Staff spend a minimum of two days a week (or an appropriate pro rata for part timers), in the office.


The remainder of the week will be determined by the needs of the role and/or the nature of the work; so you may be on site, at one of our regional bases, or working from home if suitable.


Whats in it for you?


In return for your hard work, commitment and innovation, you will enjoy an environment focused on more than just competitive pay. Youll enjoy:


Salary 29,157 - 32,091 per annum.
Choice of Defined Contribution or Defined Benefit pension, both including 3x death in service life insurance cover.
25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service the ability to buy and sell up to 5 days (pro rata), as well as, time off for volunteering, health screening and more.
9 Bank Holidays per annum, including an extra day at Christmas.
Opportunities to develop and grow.
Regular feedback, training and support from your manager and team.
Comprehensive support in case of sickness with a generous sick pay scheme, critical illness cover and support through an employee assistance and counselling service and a cash plan benefit.


Are we right for you?


Our recruitment process is equally about you seeing if you fit with us, so we encourage you to have an informal conversation about the role before applying. For more information about the role, please contact Julie Jennings on Julie.Jennings@wwha.co.uk.


To Apply:


We are asking for interested candidates to submit a CV and cover letter. Please use the blue button below to upload a CV and an attachment no more than two sides of A4 answering the questions below.


Why are you applying for the role?
What qualities and experience do you have that makes you the right person for this role?


If you require any more information about this role, please email the Recruitment team at hr.recruitment@wwha.co.uk.
When providing us with your information, which we will use to assess fairly your suitability for the role, please ensure that you are clear and concise and give due regard to the information contained in the recruitment documents (advert, role profile, our culture, etc.). If we dont have clear evidence of your experience we will not be able to shortlist you.


If you require any more information about how to apply for this role, please speak to Martina Melbourne on 07970 675 480 or email the Recruitment team at hr.recruitment@wwha.co.uk.


Closing date for applications: Tuesday, 6th May 2025


Assessment date: Monday, 12th May 2025