Accounts Payable Clerk

My client is a very successful distribution company based on the outskirts of Derby, easily reached from Derby, Nottingham or surrounding areas. Due to a period of growth, they are hiring for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join their team in modern facilities based near Derby.

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Many Benefits: Company Pension, On-site parking, Sick Pay, annual bonus, life insurance, 33 days inc holidays, plus many other benefits you would expect from a leading industry supplier.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 36.25 hours per week

Salary: £25,000- £26,000 per annum (dependent upon experience) plus bonus

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our client's Finance Team as an Accounts Payable Clerk, based on site at their facility nr. Derby. You will play a vital part within their customer-focused team, providing support with invoices for inventory and service, in line with accounts payable policies and procedures. You will have previous experience of working in an accounts payable function, effective communication skill and excellent customer service skills. SAP knowledge and experience is required.

Responsibilities:

• Receives and verifies invoices for inventory and services and processes payments according to established policies and procedures.
• Performs data entry of Accounts Payable invoices and processes
• Reviews all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment, ensuring that PO or entity number and payment amount is accurate.
• Verifies any past due amounts.
• Verifies all transactions comply with company financial policies and procedures.
• Distribute payments according to established procedures.
• Work with suppliers to resolve invoice issues to ensure proper payment, maximise discount opportunities and avoid credit hold delays.
• Research payment inquiries.
• Communicates and collaborates with internal departments to solve problems and reconcile any invoice discrepancies.
• Prepares reports and maintain files in an accurate manner in line with processes.

Skills

• Proficient in all common Microsoft office packages.
• Must have strong communication skills; verbal, telephone and written.
• Ability to learn how to operate in new systems, SAP experience is an advantage.
• Ability to successfully research and resolve issues in an accurate, thorough and timely matter with limited supervision.

Education and Experience

• A minimum of 2 years related work experience is anticipated
• A working knowledge of accounts payable and basic accounting skills required.
• Minimum GCSE education

Benefits

• Great Location and working environment
• Onsite parking
• Competitive salary
• Help at Hand (Unum)
• Workplace pension
• Group Life Assurance
• Annual bonus scheme

Discover a Fulfilling Career:

Our clients team members are the cornerstone of their success. Each role is essential in helping them provide exceptional service to their customers. They cultivate a culture of empowerment and opportunity, fostering both personal and professional growth.

They believe in driving success and appreciating achievement. Team Members are eligible for annual bonuses when the company thrives, so all members benefit! If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity please apply without delay!

We anticipate a high volume of applicants for this role, therefore please assume that if you do not hear from us within 7 working days of your application you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: £25,000.00-£26,500.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay