Purchase Ledger Clerk

The Company

Cooper Turner Beck, formed from the 2019 merger of Cooper & Turner and Beck Industries, is a global leader in mission-critical industrial fasteners. We provide seamless, one-stop solutions across key industries, including renewable energy, oil & gas, power generation, nuclear, and more -ensuring quality and reliability in the world's most demanding environments.

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The Job Role

As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will ensure the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, credit notes and payments within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will support strong financial controls, maintain positive supplier relationships, and contribute to efficient purchasing and production operations.

You will be responsible for delivering business and functional results while developing and working towards the organisation's strategic core competencies, acting in the spirit of the company values (START: Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Trust).

Key Responsibilities

The duties listed below are not in order of priority or importance and are not intended to restrict or prioritise the activities of the working day.

• Process high volumes of purchase invoices, matching them to purchase orders and goods received notes (GRNs).
• Investigate and resolve purchase ledger queries.
• Reconcile supplier statements, ensuring all balances are accurate and up to date.
• Support month-end close by providing accrual information, GRNI analysis and ledger reports.
• Maintain a clean and accurate creditors ledger.
• Create payment runs in accordance with agreed credit terms.
• Post and monitor cash in the bank.
• Maintain the accuracy of vendor details.
• Process personal and company expenses.
• Create supplier accounts in line with completed supplier forms.
• Assist with ad hoc queries and reporting.

Key Skills & Experience

Essential

• Experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role.
• Strong understanding of purchase order processes and GRN matching.
• High attention to detail and accuracy when processing large volumes of data.
• Confident communicator able to work with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proficient in Excel and finance/ERP systems.

Desirable

• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Knowledge of stock-related invoicing, BOMs, and cost centres.
• Understanding of UK VAT rules relating to purchasing.
• Experience with continuous improvement or process-streamlining initiatives.

Behaviours & Attributes

• Methodical, organised, and able to prioritise effectively.
• Calm and professional when handling supplier queries or discrepancies.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Team-oriented with a willingness to support wider Finance and Purchasing activities.

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