Accounts Payable Clerk

Michael Page; Oxford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Payable professional in Oxford to manage and process invoices while ensuring financial accuracy. The role offers a competitive salary of £32,000 to £36,000 per annum, alongside standard benefits and growth opportunities in the accounting and finance sector. Ideal candidates have accounts payable experience and strong organizational skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Standard benefits package

Permanent role with growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts payable or a related field within the financial services industry.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Good communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate financial records and update the accounts payable ledger.
• Assist with month-end closing activities and reporting tasks.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding payment queries.
• Support the preparation of payment runs and ensure timely processing of payments.
• Contribute to process improvements within the accounts payable function.
• Support with the payroll function when required.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and company standards.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Excel

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of financial regulations

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join this business as an Accounts Payable professional within the accounting and finance department. This permanent role focuses on handling accounts payable processes and ensuring financial accuracy.

Client Details

This opportunity is with an organisation in Oxford. They operate as a medium-sized company and are known for their structured and professional approach to accounting and finance.

Description

The Accounts Payable Clerk's responsibilities:

• Manage and process invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate financial records and update the accounts payable ledger.
• Assist with month-end closing activities and reporting tasks.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding payment queries.
• Support the preparation of payment runs and ensure timely processing of payments.
• Contribute to process improvements within the accounts payable function.
• Support with the payroll function when required.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and company standards.

Profile

A successful Accounts Payable Clerk should have:

• Proven experience in accounts payable or a related field within the financial services industry.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Good communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.

Job Offer

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary ranging from £32,000 to £36,000 per annum.
• Standard benefits package to support your professional and personal needs.
• Permanent role with growth opportunities in the accounting and finance sector.

If you are ready to advance your career as an Accounts Payable professional, we encourage you to apply today!