At a Glance
- Tasks: Process supplier invoices and coordinate timely supplier payment runs.
- Company: Join a finance team in a professional services environment in London.
- Benefits: Career development opportunities within a growing finance function.
- Other info: Knowledge of Aderant is advantageous but not required.
- Why this job: Excellent opportunity for early career professionals to develop their skills.
- Qualifications: 1-2 years experience in Accounts Payable or purchase ledger is desirable.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Accounts Payable Assistant to join our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with early career experience in accounts payable or purchase ledger to develop within a professional services environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Process supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding to the general ledger and liaising with approvers when required
- Coordinate timely supplier payment runs and issue remittance advices
- Assist with weekly expense processing for partners and staff, including policy checks and record filing
- Set up new supplier accounts and maintain existing supplier records
- Prepare and manage supplier payment lists
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
- Manage corporate credit card expenses, including reconciliation and allocation
- Handle Accounts Payable mailbox queries efficiently and professionally
- Support inter-office bank transfers as required
- Collaborate with team members to ensure consistent AP service delivery
- Contribute to process improvements and support ongoing AP projects
Person Specification
- Strong academic background, particularly in Maths and English (GCSE/A-Level or equivalent)
- 1-2 years experience in an Accounts Payable or purchase ledger role (desirable)
- Experience within legal or professional services environments (beneficial but not essential)
- Knowledge of Aderant (advantageous but not required)
- Working knowledge of VAT
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and Excel skills
- Excellent organisation and time management abilities
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
- Team-oriented, with the ability to work independently when required
- Positive, proactive, and willing attitude
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative and professional environment
- Exposure to process improvement initiatives and projects
- Career development within a growing finance function
Accounts Payable Clerk employer: Ryder Reid
This role is based in London, offering exposure to process improvement initiatives. The finance team values collaboration and supports career development within the professional services sector.
We think you need these skills to ace Accounts Payable Clerk
Attention to Detail
Organisational Skills
Excel Skills
Accounts Payable Knowledge
Purchase Ledger Experience
Supplier Invoice Processing
Reconciliation Skills
