Accounts Payable Clerk

Thinking Search Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Thinking Search Ltd in Leeds is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join the Finance team on a hybrid basis. You will process supplier invoices, maintain supplier records and support month-end activities within a professional services environment.

Ideal candidates will have experience in accounts payable, strong attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information discreetly while working with internal teams and suppliers across multiple UK offices.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounts payable function.
• Professional services experience is desirable.
• Basic knowledge of VAT.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices from inception through to payment.
• Set up and maintain supplier accounts and records.
• Handle supplier and internal queries, resolving issues efficiently.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Process disbursements and expenses.
• Liaise with internal teams and suppliers on accounts payable matters.
• Provide financial information and support to the wider Finance team.
• Assist with month-end processes.
• Complete ad-hoc duties to ensure the efficient running of the accounts payable function.

Skills

Accounts Payable

VAT knowledge

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidential information handling

Organisational skills

Job description

Accounts Payable Clerk

Leeds - Hybrid Working

Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join the Finance team of a leading professional services organisation in central Leeds. Supporting multiple UK offices, you will be responsible for a broad range of accounts payable duties, working closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders and the wider Finance team.

This role would suit an experienced Accounts Payable professional, ideally with experience within a professional services environment, although candidates with strong accounts experience will also be considered.

Role

• Process supplier invoices from inception through to payment
• Set up and maintain supplier accounts and records
• Handle supplier and internal queries, resolving issues efficiently
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies
• Process disbursements and expenses
• Liaise with internal teams and suppliers on accounts payable matters
• Provide financial information and support to the wider Finance team
• Assist with month-end processes
• Complete ad-hoc duties to ensure the efficient running of the accounts payable function

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working within an Accounts Payable function
• Professional services experience is desirable
• Basic knowledge of VAT
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good alpha and numeric data entry skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload
• Proactive approach with the ability to use initiative
• Flexible and collaborative approach to work

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established and supportive Finance team within a leading professional services organisation, offering a collaborative working environment, development opportunities and flexible working options.

Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, with some flexibility required, particularly around month-end.

Accounts Payable | Finance | Purchase Ledger | Professional Services | VAT | Invoices | Supplier Reconciliations | Leeds