Job Description

Overview

Leach Structural Steelwork Ltd are looking for an organised and professional Receptionist / Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our busy office. This dual role position offers a varied workload as you will be the first point of contact for visitors and callers, whilst also supporting the Accounts Department with purchase ledger duties.

This is a Full Time Permanent position available from January 2026.

Hours will be 8am to 5am Monday to Thursday, Friday 8am to 4pm (lunch 12.30-1.00)

Key Responsibilities:

Reception Duties

Welcome and greet visitors to the office ensuring they sign in on arrival and have a scheduled appointment.

Answer the telephone redirecting calls to relevant staff and/or recording of messages if required.

Receive and distribute incoming and outgoing mail and parcels.

Maintain the general tidiness of the reception area.

Provide general administrative support to the wider team.

Purchase Ledger Duties

Recording, processing, and inputting accurately supplier orders, deliveries and invoices into the accounting system.

Investigate and resolve any Invoice queries in a timely manner.

File invoices and supporting documentation accurately for audit and compliance purposes.

Reconciliation of supplier statements.

Maintaining accurate and up to date purchase ledger records.

Assisting with general administrative duties, filing and document management.

Support the accounts team with ad hoc administrative projects as required.

Ensure compliance with data protection policies always maintaining confidentiality of all financial information.

Qualifications and Experience.

Ideally, we are looking for a candidate who possesses the following skills and experience to succeed in the role:

GCSE's or equivalent in English and Mathematics.

Knowledge of accounting software and Outlook, Excel etc.

Previous experience in similar role preferred.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to meet deadlines.

Good numeracy, organisational and time-management skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Confident working independently and as part of a team.

Your Future As The Successful Candidate:

You'll receive a competitive salary dependant on experience.

28 days holiday per annum (including bank holidays).

Company Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility).

Free Parking.

How To Apply:

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are suitable for the role.

Applications can be sent to nicola.helm@leachsteel.com

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking
Work Location: In person