Accounts Payable Clerk

Michael Page (UK); United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant for a full-time office-based role in Openshaw, East Manchester. This temporary position involves processing supplier invoices, reconciling statements, and assisting with month-end closing. Prior experience in Accounts Payable is essential, and the role may lead to long-term opportunities within a growing company.

Benefits

Opportunity for role extension

Join a growing company

Qualifications

• Experience in processing supplier invoices and data entry.
• Ability to reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Good communication skills for addressing payment queries with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and ensure accurate data entry.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and process payment runs following procedures.
• Communicate with suppliers about payment queries.
• Support the month-end closing process with necessary reports.
• Maintain organized records of accounts payable transactions.

Skills

Previous experience in Accounts Payable/Purchase Ledger

Job description

Overview

• Accounts Payable Assistant
• Openshaw - Full time office based

About Our Client

About Our Client The company operates within the industrial/manufacturing sector and is recognised as a global organisation. They are committed to providing reliable solutions and maintaining high standards in their operations. They offer excellent opportunities for career development and are a highly sought after employer to work for.

Job Description

Job Description The Accounts Payable Assistant role is initially a temporary assignment and will be full time office based in Openshaw, East Manchester. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager key duties will include:

• Process supplier invoices and ensure accurate data entry into accounting systems.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare and process payment runs while adhering to company procedures.
• Communicate with suppliers to address and resolve payment queries.
• Support the month-end closing process by providing required reports and documentation.
• Maintain organised records of accounts payable transactions for auditing purposes.
• Assist with ad-hoc tasks related to the Accounting & Finance department as required.

The Successful Applicant

The Successful Applicant In order to apply for the role you should:

• Have previous experience in Accounts Payable/Purchase Ledger
• Be able to consider a temporary role initially
• Be able to commute full time to Openshaw office in East Manchester

What's on Offer

• Opportunity for role to be extended
• Opportunity to join growing company