Accounts Payable

Michael Page; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a candidate to take full ownership of the accounts payable function in a fast-paced logistics environment. The role involves processing supplier invoices, reconciling statements, and managing payment runs. The ideal applicant has proven experience in accounts payable and strong numerical skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £27,000 per year and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Participation in group pension scheme

Free health services

On-site parking

Modern office facilities

Access to a 24/7 gym

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent numerical skills.
• Confidence in managing reconciliations and supplier queries.

Responsibilities

• Process ~250 invoices and ~1,000 jobs per month.
• Maintain and reconcile the creditors ledger.
• Coordinate priority supplier payment runs and resolve queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

End-to-end AP processes

Proactive attitude

IT skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

Overview

This role will see you take full ownership of the accounts payable function, processing supplier invoices, reconciling statements, and managing payment runs in a fast-paced logistics environment. You\'ll work closely with a supportive finance team, handling everything from expenses and mileage claims to ad-hoc supplier queries, while ensuring accuracy and efficiency across the ledger.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the accounts payable function, processing ~250 invoices and ~1,000 jobs per month.
• Maintain and reconcile the creditors ledger, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.
• Reconcile supplier statements, prioritising key accounts and resolving queries.
• Coordinate priority supplier payment runs and manage ad-hoc payments as required.
• Handle expenses, mileage claims, vehicle tax, and PCN payments, liaising with managers for allocations.
• Complete new supplier forms, data entry, and contras for specific suppliers using the company system.
• Import and post monthly credit card transactions.
• Work closely with the finance team, including weekly review of creditors ledger with the Financial Controller.

Profile / Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role, ideally within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent numerical and organisational skills.
• Confident in managing end-to-end AP processes, reconciliations, and supplier queries.
• Proactive, hands-on, and able to work independently while supporting a collaborative team.
• Comfortable working in a lean, ambitious team with a "can-do" attitude.
• Good IT skills, ideally with experience in accounting software and Excel.
• Reliable, adaptable, and able to meet deadlines consistently.

Job Offer / Benefits

• Competitive salary of £27,000 per year, with flexible working hours across 4 or 5 days.
• Participation in a group pension scheme.
• Access to free health services.
• On-site parking and modern office facilities.
• Close proximity to town amenities and a 24/7 gym nearby.
• Friendly, collaborative team environment with opportunities to take ownership of your work