Accounts Payable Clerk - 3-Month FTC
Posted 3 days ago
- London, Greater London
- Contract
- £30,000 to £35,000 /Yr
- Sponsored
- Expires In 25 days
Ashley Kate Finance are working on behalf of a valued client to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk for a 3-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to transition into a permanent role. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced, international finance team and contribute to the day-to-day processing of high-volume accounts payable activity. The ideal candidate will be available to start immediately.
Key Responsibilities:
Process a high volume of invoices using SAP and Concur Invoice, ensuring accurate coding (cost centres, general ledger), tax treatment, and appropriate authorisation across UK and European entities.
Cross-check vendor invoices with the ScheduAll cost tracking system and upload them to SAP via the interface.
Generate weekly payment proposals across multiple currencies and payment types for Treasury processing, handling any related queries.
Respond to supplier queries via phone and email, maintaining excellent service standards.
Reconcile supplier statements against the ledger and follow up on discrepancies.
Analyse the aged creditors report, investigating outstanding or unusual items including debit balances.
Support timely resolution of invoice and payment queries, working collaboratively across departments.
Monitor and report on invoice approval workflows, liaising with department managers to ensure timely sign-off.
Provide support for vendor payables in relation to:
Monthly VAT returns
Business Payment Practices Reporting
Audit preparation
Month-end close activities
Undertake ad hoc duties and finance projects as directed by the line manager.Essential Skills & Experience:
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong numerical skills and a track record of working with high volumes
Prior experience handling multi-currency transactions
Solid background working within an Accounts Payable team
Confident in performing account reconciliations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Highly organised and proactive in approachAbout Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group
Key Responsibilities:
Process a high volume of invoices using SAP and Concur Invoice, ensuring accurate coding (cost centres, general ledger), tax treatment, and appropriate authorisation across UK and European entities.
Cross-check vendor invoices with the ScheduAll cost tracking system and upload them to SAP via the interface.
Generate weekly payment proposals across multiple currencies and payment types for Treasury processing, handling any related queries.
Respond to supplier queries via phone and email, maintaining excellent service standards.
Reconcile supplier statements against the ledger and follow up on discrepancies.
Analyse the aged creditors report, investigating outstanding or unusual items including debit balances.
Support timely resolution of invoice and payment queries, working collaboratively across departments.
Monitor and report on invoice approval workflows, liaising with department managers to ensure timely sign-off.
Provide support for vendor payables in relation to:
Monthly VAT returns
Business Payment Practices Reporting
Audit preparation
Month-end close activities
Undertake ad hoc duties and finance projects as directed by the line manager.Essential Skills & Experience:
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong numerical skills and a track record of working with high volumes
Prior experience handling multi-currency transactions
Solid background working within an Accounts Payable team
Confident in performing account reconciliations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Highly organised and proactive in approachAbout Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group