Purchase Ledger Manager
Location: Derby
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (DOE) Hybrid Working

Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger Manager ready for your next challenge? This is a brilliant opportunity to join a growing business at a time of significant change and transformation — the perfect moment to make your mark.

We're recruiting for a business that is expanding quickly and undergoing key acquisitions. As Purchase Ledger Manager, you'll play a hands-on role in overseeing the full AP lifecycle while leading and shaping a team of five. With new systems, process improvements, and team development on the agenda, they need someone who's confident, proactive, and ready to drive improvement.

What you'll be doing:

Overseeing all aspects of Accounts Payable, including PO processing, supplier payments, and trade liability

Leading and developing a team of 5, supporting performance and motivation

Transitioning new acquisitions onto the system and improving existing processes

Driving efficiency through automation and better ways of working

Ensuring accuracy on high-value payment runs of £200k-£500k weekly

Working closely with management accounts and finance leadership

Resolving legacy queries and managing a smooth knowledge handover

What we're looking for:

Previous experience managing a Purchase Ledger team

Excellent knowledge of AP processes, from start to finish

Strong problem-solving skills and an organised, proactive approach

Comfortable challenging the status quo and leading change

Experience with Sage Intacct, Zahara or similar (training can be provided)

AAT, part-qualified (Preferred) or QBE - all backgrounds considered

Why apply?

Join a company at a pivotal point in its growth journey

Take full ownership of the function and shape it your way

Work with supportive senior leaders who back innovation

Hybrid working available

Great opportunity to bring energy and fresh thinking into the team

If this sounds like the right role for you, apply today or contact Harry on (phone number removed) for more information