Job Description
Accounts Payable Clerk - 6-month contract - Sunderland-Based
Accounts Payable Clerk (6-Month Contract)Sunderland | £26,500 (pro rata) | Immediate opportunityAre you a detail-driven finance professional with a passion for accuracy and problem-solving? Hays are recruiting for an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a fast-paced Shared Services team based in Sunderland on an initial 6-month contract.This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys working with data, and takes pride in delivering a high-quality service.What You’ll Be DoingAs a key member of the accounts payable team, you will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth supplier relationships. Your responsibilities will include:
* Performing regular reconciliation of supplier statements, including proactively chasing outstanding or missing statements
* Investigating and resolving discrepancies, variances, and missing invoices
* Liaising with internal teams and external suppliers to resolve queries and ensure data accuracy
* Managing and resolving statement discrepancies and transaction queries
* Maintaining clear, organised and up-to-date reconciliation documentation
* Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
* Producing reports on reconciliation status, outstanding issues, and progress
* Working closely with the query management team to resolve outstanding issues
What We’re Looking For
* Previous experience in Accounts Payable or a finance environment
* Strong attention to detail with excellent reconciliation skills
* Confident communicator, comfortable dealing with suppliers and stakeholders
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset
* Good working knowledge of Excel and finance systems
What’s In It For You?
* Competitive salary equivalent of £26,500
* Opportunity to gain experience within a large shared services environment
* A supportive and collaborative team culture
* Valuable exposure to complex financial processes and systems
* Convenient Sunderland location
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4797427