Accounts Payable Clerk

Box Inc; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A private finance company in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team covering for a staff member on maternity leave. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and a proactive attitude, with proven experience in an Accounts Team. Key responsibilities include processing supplier invoices, managing payments, and resolving discrepancies in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in an Accounts Team, especially during periods of high workload.
• Good understanding of accounting processes and principles.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, code and process supplier invoices and credit notes accurately.
• Prepare and process supplier payments, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Support month-end closing activities, including journals, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and queries from suppliers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any disputes.

Skills

Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications

Excellent communication skills

Strong aptitude for numbers

High attention to detail and accuracy

Self-disciplined, efficient, and proactive

Strong organizational and teamwork skills

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the Finance Manager and working closely with the Management Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring the continued smooth and efficient running of the finance function.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, code and process supplier invoices and credit notes accurately and in line with company policies
• Prepare and process supplier payments, ensuring timely and accurate payments in accordance with terms
• Support month‑end closing activities, including journals, accruals, and financial reporting
• Monitor and maintain up‑to‑date accounts payable ledgers
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and queries from suppliers and internal teams
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any disputes
• Act as a key point of contact for vendor and employee payment inquiries
• Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring documentation compliance
• Maintain thorough and accurate records in accordance with company and accounting standards
• Provide general support to the wider Accounts Department as required

About the role

We are supporting a client, who are seeking an enthusiastic and detail‑oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team, covering a member of staff whilst they are on maternity leave. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is flexible & adaptable, with strong organisational skills and a proactive attitude who enjoys working in a busy dynamic environment. Proven experience working in an Accounts Team, especially during periods of high workload.

Required skills

• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent communication skills and a strong aptitude for numbers
• Good understanding of accounting processes and principles
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Self‑disciplined, efficient, and proactive
• Enthusiastic and eager to learn
• Able to work to deadlines and manage a varied workload
• Confident working across departments and communicating with external stakeholders
• Strong organisational and teamwork skills