Purchase Ledger Assistant
| Posting date: | 25 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 March 2026 |
| Location: | Dingwall, Highland |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | C&P Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We are currently working with a well-established and growing construction company who are looking to appoint an experienced Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their finance team. This is a key role within a busy accounts department, supporting the smooth running of the purchase ledger function across multiple projects.
The successful candidate will have previous experience in a construction environment and must have strong working knowledge of COINS accounting software.
Key Responsibilities:
· Processing high volumes of subcontractor and supplier invoices
· Matching purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices (3-way matching)
· Coding invoices accurately to cost centres and projects
· Managing and reconciling supplier statements
· Dealing with invoice discrepancies and resolving queries with suppliers and site teams
· Assisting with weekly and monthly payment runs
· Supporting month-end procedures, including accruals and reporting
· Maintaining accurate financial records in line with company procedures
· Building strong working relationships with site managers, quantity surveyors, and suppliers
Requirements:
· Proven experience in a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role
· Previous experience within the construction sector (highly desirable)
· Strong working knowledge of COINS (essential)
· Experience dealing with subcontractor payments and CIS (advantageous)
· Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy
· Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines
· Confident communicator with the ability to liaise across departments
· Competent in Microsoft Excel and general Microsoft Office systems
What’s on Offer:
· Opportunity to join a stable and reputable construction business
· Supportive finance team environment
· Long-term career development opportunities
· Competitive salary and benefits package
The successful candidate will have previous experience in a construction environment and must have strong working knowledge of COINS accounting software.
Key Responsibilities:
· Processing high volumes of subcontractor and supplier invoices
· Matching purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices (3-way matching)
· Coding invoices accurately to cost centres and projects
· Managing and reconciling supplier statements
· Dealing with invoice discrepancies and resolving queries with suppliers and site teams
· Assisting with weekly and monthly payment runs
· Supporting month-end procedures, including accruals and reporting
· Maintaining accurate financial records in line with company procedures
· Building strong working relationships with site managers, quantity surveyors, and suppliers
Requirements:
· Proven experience in a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role
· Previous experience within the construction sector (highly desirable)
· Strong working knowledge of COINS (essential)
· Experience dealing with subcontractor payments and CIS (advantageous)
· Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy
· Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines
· Confident communicator with the ability to liaise across departments
· Competent in Microsoft Excel and general Microsoft Office systems
What’s on Offer:
· Opportunity to join a stable and reputable construction business
· Supportive finance team environment
· Long-term career development opportunities
· Competitive salary and benefits package