Purchase Ledger Supervisor Reference Number -
Salary Competitive plus bonus
At Wessex Garages, we've been putting customers first and delivering excellence in automotive retail for over 35 years. With dealerships across South Wales and the South West of England, we proudly represent leading manufacturers including Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, GWM and Mitsubishi. For these leading brands we supply new and used cars and vans, deliver after sales support and champion the Motability Scheme.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Purchase Ledger Supervisor to join our Accounts team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and supervising the purchase ledger function, ensuring the smooth and accurate completion of all monthly purchase ledger activities.
Key responsibilities
- Ensuring supplier invoices, purchase orders, and payments are processed accurately and within agreed timescales
- Managing and monitoring supplier payment runs, cash allocations, and direct debits
- Working closely with departmental managers and suppliers to resolve invoice queries efficiently
- Reconciling supplier statements and investigating and resolving any discrepancies
What w e're l ooking f or :
- Proven experience within accounts payable
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- The ability to work effectively to tight deadlines
- Previous experience within the motor trade would be advantageous , though not essential.
Key information Working pattern
37.5 weekly hours, Mon - Fri 8am - 4pm with 30-minute lunch break
Why j oin Wessex Garages?
- Holiday Allowance - Enjoy 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with extra days added the longer you stay with us.
- Pension Scheme - We contribute to your future with company-backed pension support.
- Exclusive Employee Schemes - Take advantage of our discounted car purchase programme and Cycle to Work scheme after completing your probation.
- Wellbeing Support - Through our partnership with Menable, a specialist service for the automotive sector, you'll have free access to confidential coaching, wellbeing check ins, and referral support where needed.
- Health Benefits - We provide complimentary eye tests and flu vaccination vouchers to help you stay healthy year-round.
- Event Perks - As proud sponsors of Bristol Bears Rugby we offer a limited number of free tickets to each game for our colleagues.
Please note
- Driving licence checks will be carried out during the recruitment process.
- We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
- Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, and this will be verified as part of the recruitment process.
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