Job Description
Purchase Ledger Assistant - Undergraduate Placement - Burton on Trent, UK

Posting Start Date:  04/10/2026
Country:  United Kingdom
Location:  Burton on Trent
Function:  Finance, M&A & Risk Management
Experience:  no experience

Pirelli is a truly international group and is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-performance tyres. Pirelli UK Tyres Ltd is the company responsible for all the Pirelli Tyre related operations in the UK.  For more information on the company please visit www.pirelli.co.uk.

 

The Finance function is based in Burton on Trent Head Office and is responsible for Pirelli UK Tyres Ltd and its subsidiaries.

 

Main duties include: 

  • Process supplier invoices and credit notes accurately and efficiently.
  • Perform regular supplier statement reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
  • Prepare and process payment runs in line with company procedures and payment deadlines.
  • Resolve supplier queries promptly and professionally.
  • Investigate and resolve invoice, payment and account-related issues.
  • Liaise with internal departments to resolve queries and obtain required information or approvals.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier account records.
  • Ensure invoices are correctly coded, authorised and processed in a timely manner.
  • Assist with month-end activities and reporting as required.
  • Support the wider Accounts Payable team with day-to-day tasks and process improvements.
  • Build and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Ensure all AP processes are completed in accordance with company policies and controls.

 

Our Requirements:

  • Studying towards an Accounting / Finance related degree
  • Good IT skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, which must include Excel
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Good planning and organisational skills
  • Adaptable to change and a flexible approach to work
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Able to build and maintain strong working relationships
  • Relevant work experience is advantageous but not essential

 

 

Employee benefits include:

 

  • 33 days holiday per year (inclusive of bank holidays)
  • Pension scheme with linked life insurance
  • Employee discount scheme
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Discounted tyre vouchers

 

The successful candidate must, by the commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK. 

 

Application deadline 31.12.2026, please be aware that applications may close sooner due to significant volume.

 

Interested in Finance placement roles? There is another finance position available based at our Carlilse site! Visit our website at Pirelli Jobs for further details.

Information at a Glance

Posting Start Date:  04/10/2026
Country:  United Kingdom
Location:  Burton on Trent
Function:  Finance, M&A & Risk Management
Experience:  no experience