posted: 9th May 2024

Accountancy Recruit is partnering a client in Manchester to appoint an AP Clerk on a temporary basis for 5 months initially.  This is a hybrid role with at least 3 days working from home but a requirement to go into the Manchester office weekly. The role will have responsibility for Purchase Ledger and would suit an AP Clerk, AP Supervisor or Accounts Assistant with the ability to efficiently manage the day to day tasks within Accounts Payable. The AP Clerk will have the following responsibilities:

• Undertake all activities within the Accounts Payable function.
• Take a hands on approach processing all expenses, supplier invoices, payments and deal with any supplier queries.
• Review processes within AP and highlight areas for improvements.
• Implement changes and build purchase order process that is fit for purpose and will drive efficiencies.
• Collaborate with technical colleagues on the automation of AP processes.

To be successful in this role the AP Specialist will have the following experience:

• Experienced in a similar role.
• Ability to work in a busy environment and manage high volume of transactions.
• Ability to work in a hands on capacity processing invoices and also operating at a more strategic level identifying areas of improvement and recommending more efficient processes.
• Strong systems capabilities and ability to understand system functionality quickly and change process accordingly.
• Excellent communication skills and proven experience in a client facing role.

The rate advertised for this role is a guideline and the rate offered will be commensurate with experience.