Accounts Payable Clerk – 12‑Month Fixed‑Term

About the role

This 12‑month fixed‑term position offers the chance to join a fast‑paced, collaborative finance team supporting EMEA operations. You will play a key role in processing supplier invoices and ensuring timely payments.

Key responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain supplier accounts and resolve invoice, payment and account queries.
• Monitor the Accounts Payable inbox and act on requests within agreed timescales.
• Review and validate purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Assist with weekly payment runs and supplier payment processing.
• Set up new supplier accounts and maintain vendor records.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Support month‑end close activities, including balance‑sheet reconciliations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth invoice processing and approvals.
• Assist with reporting requirements and ad‑hoc finance projects.

Required profile

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger.
• Comfortable working in a high‑volume transactional environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Understanding of accounting transactions and finance processes.
• Experience with multi‑currency transactions is beneficial.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• SAP experience is highly advantageous.
• Background in FMCG, retail, manufacturing or a similarly fast‑paced business.

Required skills

• Excel
• Microsoft Office
• SAP

What we offer

• 12‑month fixed‑term contract with a well‑established international business.
• Competitive salary (£32,000‑£36,000) and benefits package.
• Hybrid working arrangement with on‑site parking.
• Collaborative and supportive finance team.
• Exposure to EMEA finance operations and global experience.