Accounts Payable Clerk

A leading UK property company located in London is seeking a moderately experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join the business on a permanent basis. The firm has grown to a point where a dedicated Accounts Payable Clerk is now required who will be responsible for processing all invoices received for payment as well as undertaking the payment of all creditors in a timely manner. It is paramount that the role is given the attention it requires and has the potential to expand in the future.

Job Duties:

• Ownership of accounts payable function and email account
• Liaising with heads of departments to obtain invoice approvals and checking purchase orders
• Processing invoices and expenses in a timely fashion
• Obtaining statements from suppliers and checking to the ledger
• Set up of new suppliers, including checks on bank details
• Liaising with suppliers regarding queries and payment dates
• Generation of outstanding invoice report with commentary
• Analysis and commentary for outstanding purchase orders report
• Generation of BACS files to be loaded to HSBC.net for payment runs
• Maintenance of all filing - electronic and physical
• Audit queries related to accounts payable
• Support with VAT and CIS queries
• Support with bank reconciliations

Job Requirements:

• Good with Microsoft Excel
• Good with accountancy software packages (preferably Microsoft Dynamics)
• An eye for detail
• Good organisational skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Proactive in resolving queries
• Positive attitude
• Quick learner
• Ability to determine better processes to increase efficiency