Accounts Payable Clerk (Temp)

Illinois Tool Works; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Farnborough is seeking an Accounts Payable Coordinator to manage purchase ledgers, ensuring timely payments to suppliers. The ideal candidate will have AAT Level 2, strong numerical skills, and attention to detail. This role involves working across UK and European entities with potential for cross-country collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum AAT Level 2 or equivalent.
• Good numerical ability.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work on own initiative under pressure.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Purchase Ledger Accounts for UK & European entities.
• Reconcile supplier statements received and receipts on relevant ledgers.
• Process, code and match purchase invoices with a 3-way matching system & direct invoices.

Skills

Good numerical ability

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work on own initiative under pressure

Ability to build collaborative relationships

Education

Minimum AAT Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:

To maintain Accounts Payable ledger. Ensuring intercompany and 3rd party suppliers are paid in accordance with agreed terms, in a manner beneficial to the organisation.

Tasks (Description of main tasks)

• Manage the Purchase Ledger Accounts for UK & European entities.
• Reconcile supplier statements received and receipts on relevant ledgers.
• Reconcile Goods received not invoiced (GRNI).
• Communicate with suppliers and other members of staff to pay authorised debt.
• Process, code and match purchase invoices with a 3-way matching system & direct invoices at high volume, in line with our company policies.
• Ensure correct authorisation has been received on invoice approval.
• Set up new supplier accounts.
• Process Direct debits onto ledger.
• Prepare payment runs for authorisation.
• Submit EHS/Enablon Monthly sustainability management data.
• Work closely with other departments as required to enable payment of debt to suppliers.
• In addition to the duties listed above, you must carry out tasks assigned by your supervisor that are essentially related to your duties.

Position Requirements

Essential:

• Minimum AAT Level 2 or equivalent.
• Good numerical ability.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work on own initiative under pressure.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships.

Desirable:

• Experience in manufacturing organisations.
• Experience working across countries.