Accounts Payable Clerk Salary: £28,000 Location: Birmingham Keywords: Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger, Finance, Invoice Processing, Supplier Liaison, Reconciliation, Process Improvement, Full Time, Permanent Role, Birmingham

What you'll do:

Support the processing of high-volume invoices across two wholesale sites, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of all transactions. Maintain regular communication with suppliers and internal teams to resolve outstanding invoice issues, fostering strong working relationships. Handle vendor queries efficiently via phone and email, delivering clear and prompt resolutions to maintain service standards. Accurately process credit notes and ensure all supporting documentation is filed in accordance with company policies. Identify and report purchase order discrepancies to relevant departments, enabling swift resolution and preventing payment delays. Conduct regular supplier statement reconciliations, promptly addressing any variances to maintain financial accuracy. Prepare invoices for weekly payment runs, ensuring all approvals are secured and documentation is organised systematically. Contribute to the development and refinement of accounts payable processes, promoting continuous improvement and operational efficiency. Verify invoice accuracy by matching goods received notes (GRNs) prior to payment processing. Perform ad-hoc tasks as requested by the Financial Controller or wider finance team, supporting departmental goals and initiatives.

What you bring:

Minimum of two years’ experience in an accounts payable or purchase ledger role is essential. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, enabling efficient handling of daily finance tasks. Strong verbal and written communication skills are crucial for maintaining effective relationships with internal teams and external suppliers. A proactive, “can-do” attitude is key to thriving in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. High level of attention to detail is required to ensure accuracy in invoice processing and reconciliation. Excellent organisational skills to manage competing demands and consistently meet tight deadlines. A commitment to continuous improvement, demonstrated by a willingness to enhance finance processes. Ambition for career growth, reflecting a desire to progress alongside the business as it expands. Results-oriented mindset, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes aligned with departmental goals.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career within a growing business that values your expertise, we encourage you to apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your future as an Accounts Payable Clerk awaits!

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