Accounts Payable Clerk

Michael Page; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk in the West Midlands. The role involves processing high-volume invoices, reconciling accounts, and supporting internal teams efficiently. Candidates should have at least 2 years of AP experience along with strong communication skills. The position offers a permanent role with a salary of £27,000 and hybrid working arrangements, promoting career progression within a supportive finance team.

Benefits

£27,000 salary

Career progression opportunities

Flexible start/finish times

Supportive finance team

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Accounts Payable experience.
• Experience with 3-way matching essential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Verify and process all incoming invoices and credit notes accurately.
• Match stock invoices to purchase orders and goods receipts.
• Reconcile supplier statements monthly.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

High-volume invoice processing

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy finance team. The role involves processing high-volume invoices, reconciling accounts, and supporting both internal teams and suppliers efficiently.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established, busy business in the West Midlands area, known for a supportive finance team and a focus on efficient processes. They are looking for someone reliable and proactive to join their accounts payable function.

Description

• Verify and process all incoming invoices and credit notes accurately
• Match stock invoices to purchase orders and goods receipts (3-way match)
• Code and process high volumes of non-stock (Opex) invoices
• Send invoices to internal teams for approval and follow up on discrepanciesCollaborate with suppliers to resolve issues efficiently
• Reconcile supplier statements monthly
• Maintain accurate digital AP records for audit purposes
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes
• Assist in improving AP processes and efficiency
• Contribute to ad-hoc accounting tasks or projects

Profile

• Minimum 2 years Accounts Payable experience
• Stock-based AP experience with 3-way matching essential
• High-volume invoice processing experience
• Able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Reliable, proactive, and hands-on "doer"
• Team player with good communication skills
• Interested in long-term career progression within AP

Job Offer

• Permanent role with career progression opportunities
• £27,000 salary
• Hybrid working (1 day WFH per week, flexible)
• 40 hours per week, flexible start/finish times
• Supportive, collaborative finance team
• Opportunity to work with complex systems and high invoice volumes