Temporary Purchase Ledger Assistant

Purchase Ledger Clerk - Cockermouth, Cumbria

Ref: 1028Thursday 11 June 2026

£15 per hour

Cummins Mellor are working exclusively with a highly successful and well-established business to recruit a Temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk for an initial 12-week assignment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected organisation and gain experience within a busy, fast-paced finance function. You'll be joining a supportive team environment where you'll play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger process.

If you're available at short notice and enjoy working in a high-volume finance environment, this assignment offers the opportunity to add an impressive employer to your CV whilst making an immediate contribution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
  • Matching, batching and coding invoices
  • Supplier statement reconciliations
  • Resolving supplier queries and investigating discrepancies
  • Managing outstanding purchase orders and following up approvals
  • Supporting weekly payment runs
  • Credit card and expense reconciliations
  • Producing reconciliation reports and assisting with finance administration
  • Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc tasks as required

About You

  • Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Experience reconciling supplier accounts and resolving queries
  • Comfortable working in a high-volume environment
  • Good Excel and finance systems knowledge
  • Able to hit the ground running with minimal supervision

What's on Offer

  • Initial 12-week temporary assignment
  • Immediate start available
  • Hybrid working arrangements
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Opportunity to gain experience with a highly regarded employer
  • Friendly and supportive finance team

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.