Purchase Ledger Team Leader

Purchase Ledger Team Leader | Wetherby | Hybrid WorkingSalary: Competitive + Benefits Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger professional who enjoys leading a team but still likes to be hands-on? We're recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Team Leader to join a growing business based in Wetherby. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll lead a team of three Purchase Ledger Clerks, ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger function while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day processing. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that's investing in its finance function, with a combination of manual processes and automated invoice systems, giving you the chance to help drive efficiencies and continuous improvement. What you'll be doing: • Leading, motivating and supporting a team of three Purchase Ledger Clerks. • Managing the day-to-day purchase ledger function, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time. • Remaining hands-on with invoice processing, matching, batching and coding. • Preparing supplier payment runs and reconciling supplier statements. • Resolving supplier queries and building strong relationships with internal stakeholders. • Supporting month-end activities and maintaining accurate financial records. • Identifying opportunities to improve processes and maximise the use of automation. • Working closely with the Financial Controller to ensure an efficient and well-managed finance function. What we're looking for: • Previous Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable experience. • Experience supervising or mentoring a small team. • A hands-on approach with a willingness to support the team during busy periods. • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. • Confident communicator with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset. • Experience using finance systems and good Microsoft Excel skills. What's on offer? • Hybrid working. • A supportive and collaborative finance team. • The opportunity to influence processes and help shape the future of the purchase ledger function. • A varied role offering both leadership and operational responsibility. • Competitive salary and benefits. If you're looking for a role where you can lead from the front, make a real impact, and be part of a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.