Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk | Central London | £33,000 - £37,000 p.a.

“We are what we repeatedly do; excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.”  Aristotle.

Sheridan Maine is excited to be partnering with a prestigious professional services organisation based in Central London to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded business, working within a supportive finance team that values accuracy, collaboration, and professional development.

The Opportunity
As Accounts Payable Clerk, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the purchase ledger function, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and payments are made on time. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, playing a key role in maintaining strong financial controls and supporting the wider finance team.

Key responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Clerk:

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching, batching, and coding invoices
• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating discrepancies
• Preparing and processing weekly and monthly payment runs
• Managing supplier queries and building strong working relationships
• Ensuring all invoices are authorised in accordance with company procedures
• Assisting with month-end close activities and reporting requirements
• Maintaining accurate accounting records and audit trails
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the accounts payable function

The successful Accounts Payable Clerk will have:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger, or Finance Assistant role
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Experience working with high-volume invoice processing
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and finance systems
• The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

If you are an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Payable professional looking for your next challenge, Sheridan Maine would love to hear from you - apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
 
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