Purchase Ledger Clerk

About Tru7 Group

Tru7 Group is a fast-growing group of businesses operating within construction, plant hire, demolition, earthworks, transport and recycling sectors throughout the UK. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our remote finance team based in South Africa.

This role is critical in ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time whilst maintaining strong financial controls and supporting operational teams across the Group.

The Role

The Purchase Ledger Clerk will take ownership of the accounts payable function, ensuring invoices are processed efficiently, supplier accounts are reconciled, and payment runs are prepared accurately.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.

• Match invoices to purchase orders and allocate costs to the correct contracts and cost centres.

• Liaise with Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers and operational teams regarding invoice approvals.

• Maintain supplier accounts and resolve invoice discrepancies.

Supplier Management

• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate outstanding items.

• Set up new supplier accounts and maintain supplier records.

• Complete supplier verification and compliance checks.

• Build positive relationships with suppliers and respond to queries promptly.

Payments & Financial Controls

• Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs for approval.

• Monitor due dates and ensure suppliers are paid within agreed terms.

• Assist with cash flow forecasting by providing payment schedules.

• Support month-end purchase ledger reconciliations.

Finance Administration

• Process staff expenses and company credit card reconciliations.

• Assist with CIS verification processes where required.

• Monitor finance inboxes and distribute queries accordingly.

• Support payroll and wider finance administration when necessary.

• Assist with contract set-up and project coding within finance systems.

Systems & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records within Sage and associated systems.

• Produce reports for management as required.

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies.

• Support audits and compliance reviews.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable.

• AAT qualification (or equivalent) preferred

• Reliable fibre internet connection and dedicated home office

• Experience working in UK hours

• Previous experience with UK accounting systems and VAT processes

• Strong understanding of invoice processing and supplier reconciliations.

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage workloads independently in a remote environment.

• Construction, plant hire, engineering or contracting industry experience would be advantageous.

What We Offer

• Fully remote role based in South Africa.

• Competitive salary package.

• 23 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays.

• Stable, long-term employment with a growing UK business.

• Professional development and training opportunities.

• Collaborative and supportive team environment.