Accounts Payable Assistant

Teleios Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk in Glasgow to join a fast-paced finance team. The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage high-volume financial data. Responsibilities include processing invoices, managing AP mailbox queries, and performing month-end tasks. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of relevant experience and excellent organisational skills. This position offers a permanent contract with 38.5 hours per week in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in an Accounts Payable role or wider finance position.
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable principles.
• Ability to process high volumes of data accurately.
• Confident in running, reading, and interpreting accounting reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform the full purchase-to-pay process, including matching, processing and paying invoices.
• Manage and respond to AP mailbox queries in a timely manner.
• Process expense claims, credit card claims, and reconcile credit card accounts.
• Carry out supplier statement reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational ability

Effective communication skills

Analytical skills

Job description

Accounts Payable Clerk

Location: Glasgow | Permanent - 38.5 hours per week | Hours: Mon-Thu 08:00-16:30, Fri 08:00-15:00

Teleios is supporting the recruitment of an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a fast-paced finance team. This role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail, excellent organisational ability, and confidence working with high-volume financial data.

About You

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, analytical, and detail-focused with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. They will be proactive in resolving issues, confident communicating with suppliers, and able to maintain tidy, accurate vendor accounts. A passion for improving processes and maintaining strong financial controls will help them thrive in this role.

About the Company

Teleios is partnered with a reputable organisation known for its strong operational focus, structured finance processes, and commitment to continuous improvement. The business values accuracy, teamwork, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Essential Experience

• Minimum 2 years' experience in an Accounts Payable role or wider finance position
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable principles
• Ability to process high volumes of data accurately
• Confident in running, reading, and interpreting accounting reports
• Experience with invoice matching, processing, and payment runs
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Effective communication skills - written and verbal
• Comfortable working with multiple systems

Desired Experience

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Exposure to multi-currency payments
• Experience reconciling supplier statements and credit card accounts
• Previous experience handling an AP mailbox and resolving queries
• Month-end and weekly reconciliation experience

About the Role

• Perform the full purchase-to-pay process, including matching, processing and paying invoices
• Manage and respond to AP mailbox queries in a timely manner
• Process expense claims, credit card claims, and reconcile credit card accounts
• Carry out supplier statement reconciliations
• Investigate and resolve vendor discrepancies by liaising with buyers or suppliers
• Complete weekly payment runs and multi-currency payments
• Support month-end AP tasks and weekly system reconciliations
• Produce key reports such as Trade Creditors and GRNI
• Provide reception cover when required (greeting visitors, managing office mail)
• Assist with ad-hoc finance projects as directed by the AP Supervisor

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