Accounts Payable Clerk

<p>Our client based in Cannock is looking for a Temporary Accounts Payable Clerk on a 3-month contract. The role requires 5 days on-site with occasional travel to the Wolverhampon site, and is paying circa &#163;17 per hour.</p> <p><strong>What you'll do:</strong></p> <p><br /></p> <ul> <li>Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently using the company's bespoke in-house accounts payable system, ensuring all entries are compliant with internal policies.</li><li>Prepare and execute fortnightly payment runs, maintaining meticulous records and liaising with suppliers to resolve any discrepancies or queries promptly.</li><li>Support the finance team by reconciling supplier statements and assisting with month-end closing activities as required throughout the contract period.</li><li>Collaborate closely with colleagues across both Cannock and Wolverhampton offices to ensure seamless integration following recent business acquisition.</li><li>Assist with onboarding new suppliers into the accounts payable system, ensuring all documentation is complete and up-to-date.</li><li>Respond sensitively and professionally to internal and external enquiries regarding payments, fostering positive relationships built on trust and reliability.</li><li>Maintain accurate digital and paper records in line with data protection requirements, demonstrating respect for confidentiality at all times.</li><li>Contribute to process improvement initiatives by sharing feedback on current procedures and suggesting ways to enhance efficiency within the accounts payable function.</li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>What you bring:</strong></p> <p><br /></p> <ul> <li>Previous experience working within an accounts payable or finance administration role, ideally within a medium-sized organisation or similar sector.</li><li>Proficiency in using accounting software or bespoke in-house systems for invoice processing and payment management.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy.</li><li>Strong interpersonal abilities that enable you to communicate clearly and empathetically with colleagues, suppliers, and stakeholders.</li><li>A dependable approach to meeting deadlines for payment runs and month-end activities without compromising quality or compliance.</li><li>Demonstrated sensitivity when handling confidential information related to financial transactions or supplier details.</li><li>Flexibility to work between Cannock and Wolverhampton offices as needed during the contract period.</li><li>A collaborative mindset that supports knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the finance team.</li></ul> <p><strong>Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates</strong></p>