Purchase Ledger Assistant

Purchase Ledger Assistant

Full time - Permanent

EVH Grade 5 £31,792 - £35,332 per annum

Glasgow based (mix of home and office working)

West of Scotland Housing Association (WSHA) are looking for a new Purchase Ledger Assistant who shares our values and will use them to guide the way they work on a daily basis. You will play a key role in being responsible for the processing and payment of invoices and managing and maintaining supplier records.

At WSHA, we pride ourselves on being more than just a landlord. With over 60 years of history and more than 4,300 homes across the West of Scotland, our mission is to listen, adapt, and improve the lives of our customers.

Our values—respect, inclusive, integrity, improvement and support—guide everything we do.

We’re also proud of our people:

• 84% of staff say WSHA is a great place to work
• 40 days annual leave, plus hybrid flexibility
• Investors in People Gold accreditation, reflecting our dedication to wellbeing
• Free access to a comprehensive Employee Support Service
• Healthcare plan for you and your family
• Cycle to work scheme and secure bike storage
• Free flu jags and annual health checks

About the Role

Reporting to our Senior Finance Officer, and you will be responsible for the processing and payment of invoices and managing and maintaining supplier records. You will provide effective purchase ledger processing within the finance team.

You will play a key role in:

• Contributing to the efficient operations of the Finance Department in respect of all Purchase Ledger Tasks.
• Processing invoices and payments to suppliers.
• Create, manage and maintain the supplier accounts within the finance system
• Ensuring all month end tasks are completed within the specified timetable
• Contributing to the month end close, e.g. accruals and prepayments

About You

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
• Ability to organise and prioritise a varied workload effectively, managing multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office particularly Excel and Word, with the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Ability to demonstrate a proactive approach to problem solving Experience of working in a similar environment
• Have previous Purchase Ledger experience

Inclusive Employer

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage candidates from disabled, Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident organisation and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

How to Apply

Please complete our online application, closing date is Tuesday 17th July @ 23:55 with interview being held Monday 27th July 2026

PLEASE NOTE PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY