Finance Administrator / Accounts Assistant / Accounts Payable Clerk

AWD online; Eccles; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established global manufacturer is looking for a Finance Administrator / Accounts Payable Clerk in Eccles. The role involves processing financial transactions, ensuring timely supplier payments, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. The ideal candidate should have prior accounts payable experience and be proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. This is a part-time temporary contract position, offering flexibility in working hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience in accounts payable required.
• Familiarity with ERP systems preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices by matching them to purchase orders.
• Input purchase invoices directly into the system.
• Ensure invoices are paid on time.
• Reconcile supplier statements.

Skills

Previous experience of working in accounts payable

Experience with an ERP system

Computer literate with Microsoft Office / 365 experience

Excellent English written and verbal communication skills

Professional and polite telephone manner

Accurate data input skills

Job description

Finance Administrator / Accounts Assistant / Accounts Payable Clerk / Purchase Ledger Clerk

Finance Administrator / Accounts Payable Clerk who has previous purchase ledger experience within a busy accounts team is required for a well-established global manufacturer based in Eccles, Manchester, North West England.

Salary: Competitive Depending on Experience

Location: Eccles, Manchester, North West England (100% Office Based)

Job Type: Part-Time, Temporary Contract

Working Hours: Days and Hours are negotiable (to be discussed during the interview process)

Job Overview

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Finance Administrator / Accounts Payable Clerk who has previous purchase ledger experience within a busy accounts team.

Working as a Finance Administrator / Accounts Payable Clerk you will be responsible for the accurate processing of the company's financial transactions. This includes matching purchase invoices to purchase orders, resolving invoice and payment-related queries, and ensuring all supplier payments are made on time. The role also involves producing payment runs and inputting supplier payments directly into the banking platform.

A core function of your role as a Finance Administrator / Accounts Payable Clerk is maintaining financial integrity and strong supplier relationships. This involves reconciling supplier statements, handling telephone enquiries from suppliers, and managing the invoice filing system. Additionally, you may be tasked with performing month-end accounts routines and assisting with bank reconciliations. The position requires versatility and may include providing cover for the Credit Control area and other finance team tasks.

Responsibilities

• Invoice Processing: Process purchase invoices by matching them to purchase orders after comparing quantity and price
• Data Entry & Authorisation: Input purchase invoices directly into the system and forward them for authorisation
• Query Resolution: Solve queries and identify problems related to invoices, payments, and financial systems
• Supplier Payments: Ensure invoices are paid on time using the agreed-upon payment method
• Supplier Reconciliations: Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any related queries
• Supplier Communication: Handle telephone enquiries from both British and foreign suppliers regarding payments
• Record Management: Maintain an accurate invoice filing system
• Payment Runs: Produce payment runs for review by the Assistant Accountant
• Banking: Input supplier payments into the banking platform
• Month-End Procedures: Perform month-end accounts routines
• Statistical Returns: Ensure statistical returns are completed accurately and on time
• Bank Reconciliations: Complete the company's bank reconciliations and make necessary adjustments
• Cross-Functional Support: Provide cover for the Credit Control area and other tasks performed by peers when necessary

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience of working in accounts payable
• Previous experience of working with an ERP system
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office / 365 experience, in particular MS Excel
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
• Professional and polite telephone manner, employing tact and diplomacy
• Accurate data input skills

How to Apply

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

Job Ref: AWDO-T13868

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