Purchase Ledger Team Leader

Purchase Ledger Manager Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum

Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday

The Opportunity Are you a seasoned accounts payable professional who thrives on ownership, process improvement, and leadership?

Macildowie has been exclusively retained to find a talented Purchase Ledger Manager for a dynamic, growing business based in Syston. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you won’t just be processing numbers—you will be the driving force behind the entire accounts payable function, mentoring a direct report, and playing a key role in an upcoming AP automation system integration.

If you enjoy a busy, fast-paced finance environment where your ideas for efficiency are welcomed, this is the perfect next step for your career.

How You Will Make an Impact • Lead and Mentor: Take daily ownership of the AP department, managing and supporting a Purchase Ledger Assistant to ensure team deadlines are consistently met.

• Drive Process Efficiency: Play an active role in the ongoing integration of a new AP Automation System, streamlining workflows and upgrading financial controls.


• Manage Cash Flow & Supplier Relations: Oversee weekly and monthly payment runs, handle multi-currency transactions, and proactively collaborate with suppliers to optimize payment terms.


• Own the Month-End: Spearhead statement reconciliations, manage strict cut-off dates, and provide crucial accrual listings and reporting to the Management Accountant and Finance Director.


• Collaborate Across Operations: Work closely with internal managers, directors, and the Imports Coordinator to ensure smooth stock matching and prevent freight delays.

What We Are Looking For We are seeking a highly organized, proactive professional who brings a neat, methodical approach to a busy transactional environment. To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Solid AP Foundation: Strong experience handling both stock and non-stock invoices, alongside general ledger coding and VAT processing.


• International Exposure: Practical experience dealing with foreign currency transactions.


• Leadership Capability: Previous experience supervising or managing staff (this role oversees 1 direct report), with a willingness to step in and provide hands-on cover when needed.


• Tech Savvy: Strong Excel skills are essential—you should be completely comfortable utilizing Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and graphs to analyze data.


• Superb Communication: The ability to build immediate rapport with suppliers and confidently resolve queries both internally and externally.

What’s in It for You? • A competitive salary up to £35,000 tailored to your experience.

• Stable, predictable working hours with an early 5:00 PM finish.


• A collaborative, welcoming team culture within a business that values professional growth.

To Apply As this role is being managed exclusively by Macildowie, you won't find it anywhere else. Please submit your CV today for immediate consideration.

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