Accounts Payable Clerk - 12m FTC

Clyde and Co LLP; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global law firm is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk in Manchester. This full-time, fixed-term role demands exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills for processing invoices, managing payments, and maintaining accurate records. The position offers modern working patterns, including remote work options and career development opportunities within a supportive corporate culture. The ideal candidate will have previous finance experience and proficiency with accounting software. Competitive perks include flexible working arrangements and comprehensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression opportunities

Life assurance from day one

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Wellbeing Day

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
• Proficient in accounting software, particularly Chrome River.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and manage payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and maintain records.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Chrome River

Microsoft Office Suite

HSBC

NatWest

RBS Bankline

Job description

Type: Full Time

Time: Fixed Term - 12 Months

Location: Manchester

Working Pattern: +2 days working from the office, 3 days remote

Department: Finance - Purchase to Pay

The Role

The Accounts Payable Clerk position is a high-volume role requiring exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills. You will be responsible for processing invoices, managing payments, reconciling supplier statements, and maintaining accurate records in a fast-paced environment. This role is critical to ensuring compliance with firm policies and supporting the smooth operation of financial processes.

Essential Skills & Experience

Technical Expertise

• Previous experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role (law firm experience preferred but not essential).
• Proficiency in accounting software, particularly Chrome River; familiarity with 3E is a plus.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.

Core Competencies

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve discrepancies effectively.

Technology Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Comfortable working with invoice approval systems and banking platforms (HSBC, NatWest, RBS Bankline).

What Sets This Role Apart

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-volume environment that will sharpen your technical and organisational skills.
• Exposure to leading finance systems and processes within a global law firm.
• A collaborative team culture with clear development opportunities and support from experienced senior clerks and supervisors.

What's in it for you

• Modern, flexible working - A minimum of 2 days each week required from the office, 3 days from home.
• Join an award-winning global firm: Clyde & Co is ranked Band 1 in multiple practice areas by Chambers and Legal 500 and was recently named Insurance Law Firm of the Year (Best Lawyers Germany 2025).
• Career progression and development - Structured learning and development programs, secondment opportunities and internal mobility across global offices
• Inclusive, supportive culture - Named GCC Law Firm of the Year and Pro Bono Firm of the Year, reflecting a commitment to community, DE&I, and purpose-driven work.
• Perks like, life assurance from day one, season ticket loans and lifestyle discounts, an annual Wellbeing Day each year, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and more.

Please note: eligibility for benefits may vary based on location and length of service. Full details will be confirmed upon joining.

The Firm

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net‑Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.

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This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.