Job type
TemporaryLocation
GloucesterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
PayrollIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£12 - £15ph
Purchase Ledger
Position: Accounts Payable Specialist
Contract Type: 3-Month Fixed Term
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Fully Remote
Contract Type: 3-Month Fixed Term
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Fully Remote
Overview:
I am currently working with a client who is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to support their finance team on a 3-month contract. This fully remote role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills and a solid understanding of purchase ledger processes. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments.
I am currently working with a client who is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to support their finance team on a 3-month contract. This fully remote role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills and a solid understanding of purchase ledger processes. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Receive and process incoming invoices and credit notes electronically, ensuring they are date-stamped and filed correctly for approval and processing.
- Accurately enter supplier invoices and credit notes into the system, applying the correct VAT treatment.
- Ensure all invoices are authorised in line with internal approval procedures.
- Monitor and manage invoice processing to meet agreed payment run schedules.
- Reconcile supplier statements and follow up on any missing documentation or discrepancies.
- Proactively resolve invoice queries to avoid delays in payment and maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Manage the Purchase Ledger mailbox, prioritising urgent matters and ensuring timely responses.
- Assist in the preparation and execution of both Purchase Ledger and Subcontract Ledger payment runs.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
- Good understanding of VAT and invoice processing procedures.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.
- Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
- Proficient in using finance systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
