Payment Clerk | Temporary | Leicester | Up To £13ph

An exciting temporary opportunity has arisen for a Payment Clerk to join a dynamic Finance team. This role is perfect for an individual with keen attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.

Role Highlights:

• Location: Leicester
• Hybrid working: Wednesday in the office
• Employment Type: Temporary (Minimum 3 months)
• Salary: Up to £13 per hour

Responsibilities: In the role of Payment Clerk, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in the payments process. Key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring the inbox for supplier invoices and statements, ensuring they are accurately sorted and saved.
• Posting supplier invoices on SAP for a seamless three-way match.
• Addressing blocked or parked invoices promptly to maintain supplier payment timelines.
• Serving as the point of contact for invoice queries, liaising with suppliers and various stakeholders.
• Ensuring supplier statements are reconciled, particularly during year-end audits.
• Methodically labelling and storing all supplier invoices on SAP.
• Ensuring timely and accurate processing of student payments and other ad-hoc requests.
• Cultivating strong relationships with colleagues and external contacts.
• Investigating and resolving issues, escalating when necessary.
• Collaborating with the P2P team to facilitate smooth payment processes.
• And more!

Qualifications:

• English and Maths GCSE at grade C/Level 4 or equivalent (Essential)
• Previous experience in high-volume transaction processing (Essential)
• Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems (Essential)
• Experience in the Higher Education sector or public entities (Desirable)
• Attention to detail and accuracy in processing transactions (Essential)

Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional time management skills to meet deadlines (Essential)
• Methodical approach to administrative tasks (Essential)
• Outstanding communication skills (both written and verbal) (Essential)
• Ability to handle queries and complaints professionally (Essential)
• Team player with the confidence to manage workload (Essential)
• Knowledge of Data Protection Act and GDPR (Desirable)

This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a thriving team in a temporary capacity. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and become a key player in the payments process.

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