Accounts Payable Clerk

Sharp Consultancy; Guiseley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 month fixed term contract

Office-based in Leeds

Career development potential

Job summary

Sharp Consultancy is recruiting an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing finance team in Leeds on a 6-month fixed-term contract. You will manage high volumes of supplier invoices, ensure accurate coding and timely payments, and support month-end processes.

The role offers office-based working Monday to Friday with a salary of £30,000–£32,000 depending on experience. You will liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to maintain accurate records and support continuous

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger.
• Ability to process high volumes of invoices accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Verify invoice coding, approvals and authorisation according to policies.
• Post invoices to the correct entity, site, department, and nominal ledger.
• Process credit notes and supplier adjustments.
• Handle intercompany transactions and allocations as required.
• Prepare supplier payment runs in line with schedules.
• Assist with BACS payments, direct debits and other payment processes.
• Monitor and resolve payment queries and discrepancies.
• Complete supplier statement reconciliations and investigate outstanding items.
• Resolve invoice disputes, missing invoices, and account discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain supplier records and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently.
• Support month-end activities, including accruals and ledger reconciliations.
• Maintain supplier master data and banking information accurately.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Purchase Ledger

High-volume invoicing

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Job description

Join a growing organisation in Leeds where your contribution truly makes a difference.

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger professional looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing finance team on a 6-month fixed term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive finance function where accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement are highly valued.

The Role

As an Accounts Payable Clerk, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the purchase ledger function. Working closely with suppliers, operational teams, and colleagues across the wider finance department, you'll ensure supplier accounts are managed effectively, and payments are processed accurately and on time.

This is a fast-paced role suited to someone who thrives on organisation, problem-solving, and maintaining high levels of accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Verify invoice coding, approvals, and authorisation in line with company policies.
• Ensure invoices are posted to the correct entity, site, department, and nominal ledger.
• Process credit notes and supplier adjustments.
• Handle intercompany transactions and allocations where required.
• Prepare supplier payment runs in line with agreed schedules.
• Assist with BACS payments, direct debits, and other payment processes.
• Monitor and resolve payment queries and discrepancies.
• Complete supplier statement reconciliations and investigate outstanding items.
• Resolve invoice disputes, missing invoices, and account discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure issues are resolved efficiently.
• Support month-end activities, including accruals and ledger reconciliations.
• Maintain supplier master data and banking information accurately.

To be considered for this role you will have:

• Previous experience within Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role
• Experience processing high volumes of invoices accurately
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a busy environment
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to liaise with both suppliers and internal stakeholders

What's on Offer?

• Salary £30,000 - £32,000 dependant on experience
• 6 month fixed term contract
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to join a growing organisation with ambitious plans
• Career development and progression opportunities
• A role where your contribution will directly support the delivery of high-quality care services
• This role is based full time in the office Monday to Friday.

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.