Job Description
Murray Recruitment are recruiting an Accounts Payable Clerk for our client based in Glasgow.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturing organisation in a permanent, full-time position. The successful candidate will play a vital role in the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, staff expenses, and payments, while maintaining strong relationships with internal departments and external suppliers.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Accounts Payable Supervisor, the Accounts Payable Clerk will be responsible for the effective management of the accounts payable function. This includes processing invoices and expense claims, handling supplier queries, and supporting financial operations to ensure compliance and efficiency across all payable processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Accurately process supplier invoices in line with company policies and payment terms
* Review and process employee expense claims, ensuring adherence to company guidelines
* Manage the Accounts Payable inbox and respond to supplier and internal queries in a timely manner
* Prepare and complete weekly payment runs
* Handle payments in various currencies as required
* Process and reconcile company credit card claims, ensuring accuracy and compliance
* Reconcile supplier statements and ensure all transactions are recorded accurately
* Investigate and resolve discrepancies by liaising with suppliers or the internal Supply Chain team
* Support the month-end close process by completing assigned tasks and reconciliations
* Perform regular system reconciliations to maintain data integrity
* Provide reception cover, including greeting visitors and managing incoming mail
* Generate and maintain key financial reports such as Trade Creditors and GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced)
* Support the wider finance team with ad-hoc tasks and project work as required
Skills & Experience
* Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and perform under pressure
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook
* Experience using finance systems such as SAGE is highly desirable
Offering
* Permanent, full-time position based on-site in Glasgow
* Working hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00am – 4:30pm; Friday, 8:00am – 3:00pm
* Competitive salary up to £27,000 per annum
* 25 days annual leave plus 8 statutory bank holidays (including two fixed days at Christmas and New Year)
* Parking permit provided for city centre parking