Purchase Ledger Clerk

Purchase ledger clerk/Accounts Assistant required for a 6 month contract to take charge of invoicing, payments and reconciliations ensuring the smooth flow of financial transactions across the business. The role is based in Kingham, Oxfordshire 5 days a week with the option to work from home once a week after a successful training period. We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk with strong Excel skills to support the efficient running of the purchase ledger function. The ideal candidate will be highly analytical, detail-focused, and confident handling large datasets. ???? Key Responsibilities: Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently Matching, batching, and coding invoices to the correct accounts Performing supplier statement reconciliations and resolving discrepancies Managing supplier queries in a timely and professional manner Preparing and assisting with weekly/monthly payment runs Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records Using Excel to analyse data, track invoices, and support reporting Identifying process improvements and increasing efficiency within AP ???? Excel & Technical Requirements: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including: Pivot tables VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP Data filtering and sorting Basic formulas (SUMIF, COUNTIF, etc.) Experience working with accounting systems (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar) Ability to manage and reconcile large volumes of data ✅ Skills & Experience: Proven experience in an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role High level of accuracy and attention to detail Strong organisational and time management skills Good communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams Ability to work independently and meet deadlines