Accounts Payable Clerk

Kennedy Pearce Consulting; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the finance sector is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk for a 6-month contract. The role involves processing supplier invoices, reconciling statements, and managing payment runs. The ideal candidate has accounts payable experience, strong attention to detail, and is proficient in Excel. This position offers exposure to a renowned brand within the travel, hospitality, and leisure industry, located in central London.

Benefits

Collaborative finance team

Exposure to a well-known industry brand

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an accounts payable or finance assistant position.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Manage the accounts payable inbox and handle supplier queries promptly.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Excel proficiency

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Our client, a leading organisation within the travel, hospitality and leisure industry, is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment within one of the sector's most recognisable brands.

Key Responsibilities:

Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently

Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice discrepancies

Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs

Manage the accounts payable inbox and handle supplier queries promptly

Support the month-end close process and assist with accruals

Liaise with internal teams to ensure correct invoice coding and approvals

The Ideal Candidate:

Proven experience in an accounts payable or finance assistant position

Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Proficient in Excel and accounting systems (ERP experience advantageous)

Team-oriented with a proactive and professional approach

What\'s on Offer:

Central London offices within a collaborative and supportive finance team

Exposure to a well-known brand in the travel, hospitality and leisure industry

If you\'re immediately available and looking to take on a rewarding finance role within an exciting business, we\'d love to hear from you.

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