Accounts Payable Clerk *Job Type: Full-time
*Location: Watford, Hybrid (After training, one day WFH)
*Salary: £30K-£35K
My client is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team. This role involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring accurate financial documentation, and maintaining compliance with our financial policies. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proficient in handling financial records, and capable of multitasking effectively in a dynamic environment.
Day-to-day of the role: *Liaise with suppliers to resolve invoicing and payment discrepancies.
*Ensure all invoices are accompanied by accurate documentation and reconcile purchase orders accordingly.
*Post invoices and credit notes with precise coding within our financial system.
*Conduct monthly supplier statement reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
*Address and resolve queries effectively via phone and email.
*Oversee the preparation and processing of supplier payments, ensuring managerial sign-off.
*Collate all necessary agency information for weekly payments of agency staff.
*Uphold strict compliance with financial policies and procedures.
*Investigate and resolve any outstanding creditor items.
*Maintain organised filing systems to ensure easy access and retrieval of financial documents.
*Undertake additional tasks as needed to support the Financial Controller.
Required Skills & Qualifications: *Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk or in a similar role.
*Strong understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles.
*High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
*Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with accounting software.
*Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Benefits: *22 days holiday plus BH. Then one day a year accrued holiday
*Opportunities for professional growth and development.
*Supportive team environment.