Reed Accountancy & Finance are in search of a meticulous Accounts Payable Clerk to join our client's finance team on a temporary basis in Hythe. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing outgoing bills and invoices on behalf of the company. This includes the processing, verification, and reconciliation of invoices.
**Accounts Payable Clerk
Day-to-day of the role:
- Process incoming invoices in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
- Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data.
- Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.
- Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements.
- Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients.
- Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts payable status.
- Understand expense accounts and cost centres.
- Understand compliance issues around accounts payable processes (tax, VAT, etc.).
**Accounts Payable Clerk
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk or in a similar role.
- Familiarity with general accounting principles.
- Proficiency in MS Office and experience with accounting software.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- AAT qualification or equivalent accounting certification is advantageous.
**Accounts Payable Clerk
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package.
- Access to REED rewards, offering discount off high street retailers.
- Access to the REED company pension scheme.
- Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.
- Valuable experience in a dynamic finance role.
If you are able to demonstrate relevant experience obtained from a similar Accounts Payable Clerk role, can commit to an office-based role, and are in a commutable distance from the client's office based in Hythe, then please apply!