Transactional Services Associate

Godwin Recruitment Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Godwin Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Transactional Services Associate on a six-month fixed-term contract in Birmingham. The role involves processing a high volume of supplier invoices, performing three-way matching, and posting to ledgers with accuracy and control.

You will reconcile supplier statements, assist with payment runs, and support month-end activities. Strong numeracy, Excel and ERP experience are essential, along with keen attention to detail and the ability to work independently or

Qualifications

• Accounts Payable experience essential.
• Experience with three-way matching and invoice processing.
• Experience reconciling supplier statements and discrepancies.
• Experience supporting payment runs and checking supplier payment information.
• Understanding of purchase ledger controls and payment authorisation processes.
• Experience using ERP/accounting systems and Excel.
• Good attention to detail, numeracy and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving and query-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Complete three-way matching of purchase orders, goods receipts and invoices.
• Code and post invoices to ledger accounts and cost centres.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and supplier queries.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve missing or unmatched transactions.
• Assist with weekly and monthly payment runs with accurate and authorised data.
• Support month-end Accounts Payable activities and deadlines.
• Maintain supplier accounts and purchase ledgers.
• Assist with Credit Control activities including cash processing and card payments.
• Support SAP Concur expenses and month-end claims.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

No specific degree required

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Transactional Services Associate

Six Month Fixed Term Contract

Immediate start

Fabulous office environment with excellent facilities, free onsite parking in easily accessible city centre location

Key Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Complete three-way matching of purchase orders, goods receipts and invoices.
• Code and post invoices to the correct ledger accounts and cost centres.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, supplier queries and outstanding items.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve missing, duplicate or unmatched transactions.
• Assist with weekly and monthly payment runs, ensuring payment information is accurate and appropriately authorised.
• Support month-end Accounts Payable activities and meet agreed deadlines.
• Maintain accurate supplier account and purchase ledger records.
• Assist with Credit Control activities, including cash processing, card payments and customer queries.
• Support the processing of SAP Concur expenses and month-end expense claims.

Experience Required

• Previous Accounts Payable experience is essential, including working with high volumes of invoices.
• Strong experience of three-way matching and invoice processing.
• Experience reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
• Experience supporting payment runs and checking supplier payment information.
• Good understanding of purchase ledger controls, supplier master data and payment authorisation processes.
• Experience using ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and numeracy.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict month-end deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Good problem-solving and query-resolution skills.

Desirable

Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or distribution environment, or experience working in a purchase order-based accounting environment. Credit Control experience would also be advantageous, although training will be provided

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