Purchase Ledger Clerk
Job Description
We’re looking for a detail-focused Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our busy finance team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and excel at staying organised, this role could be ideal for you.
Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:30am – 5:00pm OR 9:00am - 5:30pm (37.5 hours)
Why join Acorn?
- Comprehensive induction and training
- Investors in People accredited employer
- Healthcare and pension schemes
- Free on-site parking & great transport links to Leeds, Bradford & Skipton
- Subsidised on-site canteen
- Cycle to work scheme
- Gym membership discounts
- Company events
- Monthly reward scheme – Acorn Achievers
- Refer-a-friend bonus – earn up to £100!
Must be able to display the Acorn Values
OUR VALUES
?Quality of the products we make and sell and the service we provide
?Unity Working together as one team
?Integrity Acting responsibly and honestly to deliver on our promises
?Caring About our customers, each other and the wider community
?Ambition Taking Pride in all we do and striving to improve
We Recognise Your Efforts
Acorn Achievers: Monthly awards scheme with £100 vouchers for winners and £50 vouchers for runners-up.
Recommend a Friend: Earn up to £100 if your referral joins Acorn.
If you’re passionate about delivering excellent service and want to be part of a values-driven company that invests in its people—apply today!
All recruitment communications will come solely from our internal Recruitment Team at Acorn Stairlifts.
Please note: this position may close early if we receive a high volume of qualified applications. To ensure ample consideration, please submit your application as soon as possible.
The Ideal Candidate
- Proven experience in a finance or administrative role.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel preferred.
- Experience with SAP is a bonus – training will be provided.
Key Responsibilities
- Process invoices accurately and efficiently across multiple companies and currencies.
- Match delivery notes to purchase orders, ensuring records are correct.
- Liaise with internal departments to clear queries promptly.
- Investigate and resolve GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced) issues.
- Chase approvals to ensure invoices are ready for payment.
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
- Carry out general admin duties including filing, scanning, phone calls, and emails.
- Ensure all transactions are posted accurately and on time.
- Support the finance team with any additional tasks as requested by management.
Salary Package
£24,000 D.O.E
Benefits
- Excellent Transport Links to Leeds, Bradford and Skipton
- Free Parking
- Healthcare Provision
- Induction and Training Programme
- In-house Canteen
- Life Insurance Cover
- On-going Coaching and Development
- Pension Provision
About the Finance Department
Our Finance team takes responsibility for efficiently budgeting, planning, analyzing and managing the company’s money, ensuring payments are processed accurately, regulatory controls are in place, and working with the business to set future objectives. Opportunities within Finance include management accounts, ledgers, cashbook and credit control, providing the opportunity to develop new skills.
Working with Acorn Stairlifts
Employing around 1,500 people worldwide Acorn is the world's largest independent manufacturer and supplier of straight stairlifts, with sales in over 80 countries and offices on 4 continents. Acorn achieved the Investors in People award and continues to invest in its most valuable resource: its people.
