Purchase Ledger Clerk

Location: Colchester Ford
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00 
Salary: £23,100 – £26,250 per annum (depending on experience)

Due to continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our friendly and supportive team at Lookers Ford Colchester. Reporting directly to the Dealership Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the finance operations across our Ford dealerships.

About the Role:

As a Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will be responsible for a range of accounting duties that are essential to the day-to-day financial operations of our business. Your role will involve managing and maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely processing of invoices, and building strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Registering and processing supplier invoices

• Maintaining and reconciling the company’s purchase ledger

• Reviewing and maintaining POA (Payment on Account) records

• Reconciling supplier accounts and statements

• Ensuring the accurate and timely processing of documentation

• Liaising with internal management teams and external suppliers

• Supporting month-end close procedures related to purchase ledger

About You:

We are looking for someone with previous experience in a purchase ledger or finance-related role. Ideally, you will have:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Office

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong organisational abilities and the capability to work to tight deadlines

• Experience within the motor trade is advantageous but not essential

About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.  

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Core Benefits:

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing:

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing:

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle:

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. 

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.