Accounts Payable Clerk

RG Consultancy; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution firm in Wakefield is seeking an accounts payable clerk to join their finance team. This full-time role involves processing supplier invoices, reconciling statements, and maintaining supplier accounts. Candidates should possess strong attention to detail and experience in accounts payable. The company offers a variety of benefits including flexible working hours, generous holiday allowance, and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

Flexible start and finish times

24 days holiday + birthday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Onsite parking

Social events and CPD for all staff

Qualifications

• Experience in processing supplier invoices and managing accounts payable.
• Ability to reconcile statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Proficient in administrative tasks related to finance.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and timely.
• Match purchase invoices to orders and delivery notes.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reconciliation skills

Strong communication

Job description

We are working with an excellent distribution company located in Wakefield who are looking for an accounts payable clerk to join them on a full time, permament basis. This role reports into the finance manager and will join a team of 4 within finance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring correct coding, authorisation, and posting.
• Match purchase invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs (BACS/cheque)
• Maintain supplier accounts and keep contact information up to date.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding invoice queries, missing credits, and payment issues.
• Assist in month-end purchase ledger close, including accruals and prepayments.
• Support with sales ledger duties, including posting customer receipts and issuing invoices as required.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and posting daily bank transactions.
• Help with expense claims, petty cash, and credit card reconciliations.
• Provide administrative support to the finance team and cover for colleagues during absences.

Benefits:

• Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week
• Flexible start and finish times
• 24 days + birthday + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Onsite parking, social events and CPD for all staff.