Accounts Payable Clerk

Lusona Consultancy (group) Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy firm in Glasgow is seeking an organised AP Team Member for a 1-year fixed-term contract. You'll process invoices, ensure timely payments, and work with finance teams across countries. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and administrative experience. Join a dynamic environment offering competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Administrative experience.

Responsibilities

• Sort incoming mail and validate OCR outputs.
• Manage shared mailboxes and resolve queries.
• Process high volumes of invoices as per requirements.
• Ensure accuracy of VAT and tax postings.
• Complete manual and automated payment runs.
• Manage key suppliers for smooth operations.
• Perform vendor statement and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Review and maintain vendor open items.
• Complete tasks in compliance with SOX controls.
• Adhere to data security policies.

Skills

Professional communication skills

Strong ownership and accountability

Excellent attention to detail

Analytical abilities

Proficient in Excel and Word

Flexible and adaptable

Self-motivated

Job description

We’re looking for an organised and driven AP Team Member to join our finance team on a 1-year fixed-term contract. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a busy environment, enjoys problem-solving, and has strong attention to detail.

You will ensure that vendor liabilities are accurately recorded, approved, and paid on time, while working closely with finance teams across multiple countries and a central Accounting & Reporting team.

🔑 Key Responsibilities

Invoice & Payment Processing

• Sort incoming mail & validate OCR outputs

• Manage shared mailboxes and resolve queries

• Process high volumes of invoices in line with country-specific requirements

• Ensure accuracy of VAT and tax postings (including withholding tax)

• Complete manual and automated payment runs

• Manage key suppliers to support smooth operations and maximise discounts

• Perform vendor statement and balance sheet reconciliations

• Regular review and maintenance of vendor open items

SOX & Audit

• Complete all tasks in compliance with approval matrices, SOX controls, and audit standards

Data Security

• Ensure all work is completed with strict adherence to data security policies

Ad Hoc

• Support additional tasks as needed by AP management

• Participate in project work; limited travel may be required

💼 Experience Required

• Understanding of basic accounting principles

• Administrative experience

⭐ Skills & Strengths

• Professional communication skills

• Strong ownership and accountability

• Excellent attention to detail and analytical abilities

• Able to prioritise effectively and work well under pressure

• Proficient in Excel and Word

• Flexible, adaptable, and self-motivated

Our client offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package.

If you’re looking to develop your finance experience within a supportive and dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!