Accounts Payable Clerk - 6-month contract - Sunderland-Based
Accounts Payable Clerk (6-Month Contract)Sunderland £26,500 (pro rata) Immediate opportunity
Are 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
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