Purchase Ledger Manager

Purchase Ledger Manager - Up to 45k

We are looking for an experienced, proactive, and hands-on Purchase Ledger Manager to join our expanding healthcare organisation. Reporting to the Head of Financial Operations, this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the full Purchase to Pay (P2P) function within a multi-site care environment where accuracy, efficiency, and strong supplier relationships are essential to supporting frontline services.

This is not purely a management role - we are looking for someone who is prepared to roll up their sleeves and get involved in the day-to-day processing, while also leading and developing a small team of 2 direct reports. The role is based on-site in Bromley, Kent.

• Working Hours: 9am - 5.30pm, Monday - Friday
• Salary: Up to 45k
• Office based: Bromley, Kent

About the role of Purchase Ledger Manager:

• Oversee the complete purchasing cycle - from PO creation and approval through to invoice processing and payment ensuring robust financial controls and timely supplier payments.
• Training users on the procurement platform efficiently and effectively (Advanced Financials).
• Oversee PO compliance and three-way matching (PO, Goods Receipted Notes, invoice)
• Leading, mentoring and developing a small team to make improvements in processes.
• Act as the primary contact for supplier enquiries regarding payment status, statement discrepancies or outstanding credits. Managing reconciliations and resolving escalated supplier queries.
• Driving continuous improvement within P2P systems and processes
• Overseeing days payable outstanding.
• Support the Head of Financial Operations with required reporting or analysis for year end audit schedules.
• Ownership of the aged creditor report, ensuring this is reflective of the month end balances and supplier reconciliations.

About you:

• Proven experience supervising or managing a small Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable function.
• Strong understanding of the full purchasing lifecycle
• Confident user of finance and Purchase to Pay systems
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Flexibility and willingness to get involved in the day to day requirements of the Purchase Ledger operation.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, able to handle queries professionally and efficiently with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong reconciliation and problems solving skills.
• Intermediate Excel and MS Office.
• Experience within a healthcare or multi-site environment (desirable)
• AAT qualification could be beneficial but not essential.

What we offer in return for your hard work:

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
• Annual salary review
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer
• DBS certificate paid by Excelcare*
• Comprehensive induction programme
• Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required)
• Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution
• Team appreciation week

*Terms and Conditions apply

This role offers real ownership, visibility within the finance function and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an organisation where financial efficiency directly supports quality care delivery for the people living in our services. If this sounds like your next career move - please apply online today.