Job Description
Accounts Payable Clerk
Location: Chelmsford
Contract: Fixed-Term (9–12 months)
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy finance team based in Chelmsford. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic organisation in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Following an initial training period, this role offers hybrid working, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.
The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the efficient administration and accounting of purchases and payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain accurate supplier records, including payment terms and account details
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
* Reconcile supplier accounts, including agent and contra accounts
* Obtain necessary approvals to facilitate payments
* Review supplier statements and identify missing invoices, requesting copies where required
* Register all invoices on the system (FCL)
* Ensure invoices are checked against estimates and processed accurately
* Re-distribute unapproved invoices to relevant business units and obtain authorisation
About You
* Proven experience working as an Accounts Payable Clerk
* Strong experience handling high-volume payment runs
* Experience working with multi-currency transactions (preferred)
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
* Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships
* Committed to the duration of the contract
Benefits
* Company events
* Company pension scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free parking and on-site parking
If you are a detail-oriented Accounts Payable professional looking for your next contract role in a supportive and flexible working environment, we would love to hear from you.