The Role The Accounts Payable will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records across purchase ledger, sales ledger, and general bookkeeping functions. This is a hands-on position suited to someone with strong attention to detail who enjoys working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, liaising with suppliers, customers, and internal departments such as production and procurement. Key Responsibilities - Process purchase invoices, match to purchase orders and delivery notes, and code to the correct nominal accounts - Raise sales invoices and credit notes in line with customer orders and delivery schedules - Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice queries in a timely manner - Process employee expenses and petty cash transactions - Assist with bank reconciliations and daily cash postings - Chase outstanding customer payments and support credit control activities - Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within the accounting system (e.g. Sage, Xero, or SAP) - Support month-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations - Liaise with suppliers, customers, and internal teams (production, procurement, goods-in) to resolve discrepancies - Assist with VAT return preparation and other statutory reporting as required - Filing, scanning, and general administrative support for the finance department - Support the wider finance team with ad hoc tasks and month-end/year-end duties Skills & Experience Required - Previous experience in an accounts clerk, purchase ledger, or sales ledger role, ideally within an engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environment - Working knowledge of accounting software (Sage 50/200, Xero, SAP, or similar) - Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables desirable) - Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail - Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines - Good communication skills, both written and verbal AAT qualification (or working towards) is desirable but not essential - Experience with stock/inventory-related invoicing or manufacturing cost centres is an advantage
Accounts Payable in Exhall employer: Osprey Engineering Solutions
Osprey Engineering Solutions is an exceptional employer located in Yateley, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Employees benefit from a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth within the engineering sector. Join a team that values your expertise and encourages you to develop cutting-edge control system solutions in a supportive atmosphere.
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Osprey Engineering Solutions Recruitment Team
