Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable Manager

What You’ll Be Doing

Running the AP Function End-to-End

• Own the AP inbox and keep invoices and expenses moving smoothly through Sage 200.

• Prepare weekly payment proposals and process payments across Sage and online banking.

• Chase approvals and keep the workflow efficient and on track.

Keeping Our Numbers Sharp

• Reconcile and manage aged creditors, supplier statements, credit cards, Equals cards, fuel cards and mileage claims.

• Support month-end balance sheet reconciliations and assist with audit requests.

Building Strong Relationships

• Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to resolve queries quickly and professionally.

• Collaborate across Finance — with Management Accounts, Billings, Payroll and Credit Control.

Supporting Sales Ledger (When Needed)

• Assist with bank recs, sales invoicing, client recharges and customer administration.

Jumping In Where It Counts

• Provide ad hoc support during busy periods and help identify improvements to systems and processes.

Who You Are

• Experienced in Accounts Payable and ideally part-qualified in a relevant accountancy qualification.

• Confident working independently and comfortable taking ownership.

• Strong communicator who builds great relationships inside and outside the business.

• Competent with finance systems — ideally Sage 200 — plus solid Excel skills (Lookups, SUMIFs, Pivot Tables).

• Open to learning new tools, including a care rostering system (Nourish/Careplanner).

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary based on experience

• 25 days annual leave FTE

• 3% employer pension via NEST

• Supportive, friendly team in a well-established care organisation

• Real opportunity to develop — with potential progression into Management Accounts