Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk

Location: Birmingham (On-site)

Salary: £27,000

A well‑established international company is seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Clerk to join its finance team at its Birmingham site. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of the purchase ledger and timely, accurate payments to suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage financial transactions for a portfolio of suppliers.
• Review and approve General Ledger (GL) invoices prior to payment.
• Process payments across multiple entities and currencies.
• Conduct weekly payment runs and liaise with the Purchase Ledger Manager.
• Handle expense processing with a clear understanding of VAT.
• Set up and manage bank templates for supplier details.
• Reconcile supplier accounts daily and monthly.
• Perform month‑end ledger tasks and support GRNI reduction.
• Request VAT invoices for paid proformas.
• Maintain accurate records for direct debit accounts.
• Monitor and manage shared inbox communications.
• Communicate professionally with suppliers via email and phone.
• Carry out ad hoc duties as required.
• Use SAP for financial processes and reporting.

Key Requirements

• Experience in accounts payable or purchase ledger.
• Background in a fast‑paced environment is advantageous.
• Familiarity with international invoice processing and multi‑currency transactions.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in SAP and XERO.
• Analytical mindset with problem‑solving capabilities.