Accounts Payable Clerk

Orchard Professional Solutions Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Accountant to join their finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining financial records, managing accounts payable, and supporting audits. Key qualifications include proficiency in software like Sage and QuickBooks, along with strong analytical skills. This permanent role offers a superb salary and a Monday to Friday work schedule.

Benefits

Permanent role

Great company to work for

Superb salary

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Accountant or in a similar role within finance.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, or Xero.
• Strong data entry skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements and reports.
• Manage accounts payable processes and ensure timely payments.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends and discrepancies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Xero

HRIS

Workday

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles. This role is essential for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting the overall financial health of the organisation.

Duties

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with established guidelines.
• Manage accounts payable processes, ensuring timely payments and accurate record-keeping.
• Conduct data entry tasks to update financial information in accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, or Xero
• Collaborate with the HR department to manage payroll and employee-related financial matters using HRIS or Workday systems.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts to support strategic planning.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations in all accounting practices.
• Provide support during audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Accountant or in a similar role within finance.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, Zero
• Strong data entry skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and human resources functions is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• A relevant degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Monday to friday
• Great company to work for
• Permanent role
• Superb salary

Please apply if interested. alternatively for more information call Orchard Professional Solutions

Orchard Professional Solutions Ltd are an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientations, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.