Accounts Payable Clerk (6 Months FTC)
Exeter, Devon
£25,000 – £28,000 per annum
Our client, a leading organisation in their field, is actively seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Clerk to join their dynamic team on a full-time, six-month fixed-term contract.
As the Accounts Payable Clerk, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the timely and accurate processing of the company’s financial obligations. This Accounts Payable Clerk position is well-suited for a detail-oriented, organised, and analytical individual with strong communication and collaboration skills, as well as a proven ability to solve problems and meet deadlines.
The responsibilities:
- Process invoices received from suppliers efficiently and accurately.
- Execute payment runs, ensuring approval in accordance with company policy.
- Manage intercompany requests for payment.
- Track and monitor outgoing payments to ensure accuracy.
- Oversee company expenditures, including payroll management.
- Maintain comprehensive and organised financial records.
- Verify expense reports for completeness and adherence to timelines.
- Reconcile bank statements with payment records to ensure consistency.
- Ensure timely and correct application of payments.
- Communicate with suppliers regarding billing inquiries and payment status.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and communicate recommendations.
- Assist in cash flow forecasting related to outgoing payments.
The candidate:
- Comprehensive understanding of financial processes and procedures including Accounts Payable principles.
- Previous experience in Accounts Payable role.
- Proficient data entry skills with practical experience in Excel spreadsheets.
- Knowledgeable in QuickBooks or other financial ledger systems.
If you would like to know more about this Accounts Payable Clerk, please get in touch with Andrew Perring, here at Lloyd Barnes Accountancy Recruitment.
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