Purchase Ledger Administrator

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Location: Ptarmigan House, Sitka Drive, Shrewsbury Business Park, Shrewsbury, SY2 6LG

Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.
Salary: Grade 6 (SCP 7-11)
Hours: 22.2 hours per week (Monday-Friday with 4-days office working, and 1-day home-working) Hours can be worked over 3-5 days.
Contract: Permanent
Interview date: Wednesday, 28 January 2026About Us

Shropshire Towns & Rural Housing is an Arms-Length Management Organisation (ALMO) managing around 4,000 homes in Oswestry and Bridgnorth on behalf of Shropshire Council. Our vision is:
'Listening to our residents, together we create quality homes and vibrant communities.'
We are committed to our STAR Housing values, excellent customer service, and continuous improvement.

The Role

As a Purchase Ledger Administrator, you will:

Provide high-quality administrative support to the Purchase Ledger function.
Process purchase and sales invoices, ensuring timely payments to suppliers.
Support the Financial Accounts Assistant and Financial Accountant with reconciliations and other finance tasks.
Handle internal and external queries, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with financial policies.
Contribute to projects and build relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and customers.
Participate in team meetings, training, and service improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above in English and Maths.
Experience in a fast-paced finance environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Teams) and computerised ledger systems.
Excellent telephone manner and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.
High degree of numeracy and accuracy.
Customer-focused approach and commitment to personal development.

Desirable:

AAT (fully or part-qualified).
Knowledge of UNIT4 ERP accounting software.
Understanding of Data Protection and Freedom of Information Acts.
Experience with coding data for online input and manual filing systems.

Benefits

Flexible working hours within the team's coverage window.
Annualised hours scheme.
Mileage reimbursement for business travel (45p per mile).
Supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development.

Further Details

Closing date: Sunday 26th October 2025
Interviews: Interviews will be held on Tuesday 28th October 2025 - please ensure your availability before applying. xkybehq

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