Accounts Payable Clerk

Hays; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking an Accounts Payable Administrator for a fixed-term contract of 2-3 months. This role involves processing invoices, managing payments, and maintaining supplier records. The opportunity offers flexibility in working days and a supportive environment, emphasizing collaboration and accuracy within a finance team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable processes required.
• High level of accuracy and detail-oriented approach needed.
• Must be comfortable in a structured financial environment.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices and ensure necessary authorizations.
• Handle weekly payment runs and supplier reconciliations.
• Support month-end reconciliations and process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Accounts Payable

Accounts Payable Administrator

Contract (2-3 Months)
On-site Location: Office-based (no hybrid)
Hours: 4 days per week, 7.5 hours per day (flexible days and flexi-time available)
Rate: £13-15 per hour (dependent on experience)

The Opportunity: I'm currently working with a public sector organisation seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Administrator to join their Finance team on a fixed-term contract initially for 2-3 months, with the potential to extend. This is a great chance to work in a supportive environment with some flexibility around working days, fully on-site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process purchase invoices and ensure all necessary authorisations are in place
• Handle weekly payment runs and supplier statement reconciliations
• Maintain accurate supplier records and reconcile
• Direct Debit and credit card payments
• Process expense claims and assist with resolving queries from buyers and stakeholders
• Support month-end reconciliations and bank statement reconciliations
• Contribute to process improvements and support the wider Finance team
  
  About You:
• Previous experience working within Accounts Payable processes
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate within a small team
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
• Comfortable working on-site in a structured financial environment

If this sounds like a good fit, and you're looking for a flexible contract role with a reputable public sector organisation, please get in touch on or via email if you would like more details.

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