Accounts Payable Clerk

Eaton; United States; Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in South Derbyshire is seeking an entry-level Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy finance team. The role focuses on processing invoices, maintaining supplier accounts and resolving queries, with a path to develop in a busy purchase ledger environment.

The position offers a hybrid working arrangement (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) and is a permanent, full-time opportunity suited for someone aiming to start their accounts career.

Qualifications

• Entry-level Accounts Payable Clerk role, ideal for someone starting in accounts.
• Experience in accounts administrative or similar role is beneficial.
• Strong Excel skills and professional communication are required.

Responsibilities

• Process and match purchase invoices accurately and post them to the correct accounts.
• Prepare supplier payments and reconcile supplier statements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organisational skills

Excel skills

Education

Accounts admin experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

South Derbyshire based £25,000 - £26,000 Hybrid role - 3 days office based & 2 days work from home Full-time role Permanent Role We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join an established finance team based in South Derbyshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is at the start of their accounts career, looking for a step into a busy purchase ledger environment. The Role: As Accounts Payable Clerk, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of invoices, maintaining supplier accounts and resolving queries. You'll work closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure the purchase ledger function runs smoothly and efficiently. Key Responsibilities:

• Processing and matching purchase invoices accurately and efficiently Coding and posting invoices to the appropriate accounts Matching invoices to purchase orders and resolving discrepancies Preparing supplier payment runs Reconciling supplier statements Investigating and resolving invoice and payment queries
• Maintaining accurate supplier account records Responding to supplier and internal queries in a professional and timely manner Assisting with month-end processes and reconciliations Monitoring outstanding invoices and ensuring issues are resolved promptly Supporting the wider finance team with general accounts administration

About You

We're looking for someone who is looking for an entry level Accounts Payable Clerk position, with a business who can offer the opportunity to learn the foundations of the role and develop you in this field. Ideally, you'll have experience having worked in an accounts administrative role or similar, and will be looking for your next step which will "spring-board" you into a business who can offer a long-term career in accounts.

You’ll ideally have

Previous purchase ledger, accounts administrative or similar exposure Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Good organisational and time-management skills The ability to manage your workload and meet deadlines Strong communication skills and a professional approach Strong Excel skills and confidence using finance systems A proactive approach to resolving queries and discrepancies