Job Title: Purchase Ledger Trainee

Company: RA Dalton Ltd

Location: Head Office, Weardale, DL13 1DB

Job Type: Full-Time

 

About RA Dalton Ltd: RA Dalton are the UK’s leading wastewater treatment systems installation, servicing and maintenance company. We are the No. 1 Klargester accredited supplier, installer and maintenance provider covering the whole of the UK. Whilst we retain our heritage and culture as a family business, we’ve grown to be the national leader in off-mains drainage.

 

Position Overview: RA Dalton Ltd are recruiting a Purchase Ledger Trainee to work in our fast-paced accounts department at Head Office. We are seeking detail-oriented and organised individual. A position in our crook office may be considered. No experience is required.

 

Training and Development:  RA Dalton is committed to providing a comprehensive training program for our Purchase Ledger Trainee. You will have access to hands-on training, mentorship. We would like the successful candidate to enrol at college in September to complete a Level 2 Certificate in Accounting (AAT) however this is not essential.

 

The role:

  • Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
  • Checking invoices against purchase orders and good received notes
  • Raising queries as needed in a timely manner
  • Maintaining up-to-date and accurate records within the accounting system
  • Assisting with month-end processes
  • Development and maintenance of Excel spreadsheets
  • Use of Microsoft Outlook to manage e-mails

 

Requirements:

  • 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English language and maths
  • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
  • Good organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Keen interest in accounting
  • Eager to learn

 

Terms of Employment:

Permanent

Hours of work – age dependant

-Monday – Friday

-8:30 Am to 5:00PM

 

40 hours per week

 

Salary £ 16,640 – 26,437

Starting salary age dependant

Position will be at our Head Office: Burtree Ford, Cowshill, Bishop Auckland, Dl13 1DB

 

Start Date: As soon as possible

Please forward your CV to recruitment@radalton.co.uk

 

Closing Date: Wednesday 13th May 2026

 

RA Dalton is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable laws.