Purchase Ledger Manager

Location: Office-based - Bromsgrove Head Office
Contract: Full-time, permanent (35 hours per week)
Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum
Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Free Parking

Welcome to Polaris, one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers! For over 30 years, we have been dedicated to improving the lives of young people through our independent fostering and adoption agencies, leaving care services, education, and bespoke children's services contracts.

Our nurturing community collaborates to ensure the best outcomes for every child in our care. We are ambitious for our children, young people, families, and staff, and we believe in their bright futures.

We are excited to invite an experienced Purchase Ledger Manager to join our expanding team at our Head Office in Bromsgrove!

• Manage purchase ledger systems, processes, and controls.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a dedicated purchase ledger team (3 staff).
• Train and educate purchase order users with enthusiasm.
• Ensure timely weekly supplier payment processing and authorization in line with company procedures.
• Resolve queries from suppliers and other departments effectively.
• Reconcile suppliers' monthly statements with precision.
• Assist with month-end procedures and year-end accounts, providing audit information as needed.
• Monitor, improve, and develop internal processes for efficiency.
• Review and follow up on any invoices that may appear fraudulent or duplicated, escalating as necessary.
• Maintain and enhance fraud prevention controls, including supplier verification processes and bank detail change checks.
• Produce and review aged creditor reports, ensuring timely resolution of outstanding balances.

• Proven experience in purchase ledger, including familiarity with purchase order systems.
• Previous leadership or people development experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of accounting software is essential.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work under strict deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• A true team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.

We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check upon acceptance of the position.

At Polaris, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

Join us in making a difference! We look forward to welcoming you to our team.