Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger Clerk

IP Support, The Law Support Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Leeds is seeking an Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a supportive Finance team. The role involves processing invoices and payments, managing financial records, and liaising with suppliers. Ideal candidates will have around 2 years of experience in a similar finance role, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach. The position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, hybrid working, and a yearly bonus.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Yearly bonus

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Around 2 years of experience in an accounts clerk or similar finance role, ideally within a professional services environment.
• Proactive, detail-oriented approach to tasks.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in the role.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and supplier payments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain and reconcile financial records relating to accounts payable.
• Manage disbursements and support financial reporting activities.
• Act as a point of contact for supplier queries and internal finance matters.
• Support colleagues across the Finance team with ad hoc tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Multitasking

IT skills

Tools

Finance/accounting software

MS Office

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a supportive and collaborative Finance team for a Law Firm based in Leeds (hybrid working available.) This is a varied and fast-paced role where you will focus on accounts payable administration and disbursement management. Your responsibilities will include processing invoices and payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and liaising with suppliers to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process invoices and supplier payments in a timely and accurate manner
• Maintain and reconcile financial records relating to accounts payable
• Manage disbursements and support financial reporting activities
• Act as a point of contact for supplier queries and internal finance matters
• Support colleagues across the Finance team with ad hoc tasks as required

Skills & Experience

• Around 2 years’ experience in an accounts clerk or similar finance role, ideally within a professional services environment
• Strong communication skills with a detail-oriented, proactive approach
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Solid multitasking and time management skills
• Positive attitude with eagerness to learn and grow
• Confident IT skills, including familiarity with finance / accounting software and MS Office

In return the firm are offering a competitive salary, plus excellent benefits, hybrid working and yearly bonus.