Interim Purchase Ledger Clerk

Abacus Consulting; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in Cambridge is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team. The role involves processing invoices, handling payments, and reconciling accounts. The ideal candidate should have experience in accounts payable and strong organizational skills. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to make a real impact in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Friendly, supportive team

Opportunity for real impact

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts payable or purchase ledger.
• Good working knowledge of accounting systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organized.
• Clear communication skills and helpful attitude.
• Able to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Processing invoices and matching them with purchase orders.
• Handling payment runs and keeping supplier accounts up to date.
• Reconciling statements and sorting out discrepancies.
• Responding to queries from suppliers and internal teams.
• Supporting month-end tasks and financial reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualification or working towards

Tools

Sage

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Overview

We are working for a well-established utility company, and our work keeps communities connected and running smoothly. The Cambridge office is looking for someone reliable and detail-driven to join the finance team and help keep things ticking behind the scenes.

As the Accounts Payable Clerk, you'll be right at the heart of the day-to-day operations. You'll make sure suppliers get paid on time, our records stay accurate, and any hiccups get sorted quickly. If you're someone who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems, and keeping things organised, this could be a great fit.

The Role

• Processing invoices and matching them with purchase orders
• Handling payment runs and keeping supplier accounts up to date
• Reconciling statements and sorting out any discrepancies
• Responding to queries from suppliers and internal teams
• Supporting month-end tasks and helping with financial reporting

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in accounts payable or purchase ledger
• Good working knowledge of accounting systems (Sage, SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and a knack for staying organised
• Clear communication skills and a helpful attitude
• Able to work independently and meet deadlines

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience in the utilities or infrastructure sector
• An AAT qualification or are working towards one

What You'll Get

• Competitive hourly rate
• A friendly, supportive team
• Real impact in a company that keeps the country running