Accounts Payable Clerk
Job Description
Accounts Payable Assistant | Leicester | 6 Months Interim | Up To £28k
Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional available for an immediate or short-notice start? We're supporting a fast-paced, growing business in Central Leicester with the appointment of an interim AP Assistant to provide maternity cover for a key team member.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic finance team where your attention to detail and proactive approach will be highly valued. The role is fully office-based and offers the chance to make a real impact during a crucial period for the business.
Job Title: Interim Accounts Payable Assistant
Location: Central Leicester (Fully Office-Based)
Salary: Up to £28,000 (pro rata)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm (early start/finish available 8:30-4:30)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract / Temporary (Maternity Cover - 6 months)
Key Responsibilities:
- Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
- Matching, batching, and coding invoices
- Performing supplier statement reconciliations
- Handling queries and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers
- Supporting with payment runs and assisting with month-end processes
What We're Looking For:
- Strong previous experience in an Accounts Payable role is essential
- Confident with invoice processing, reconciliations, and query resolution
- Experience with stock and/or 3-way matching is highly desirable
- Organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-moving environment
- Able to hit the ground running with minimal supervision
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys AP work and wants to be part of a supportive team during a period of leave cover. If you're immediately available or coming to the end of another assignment and ready for your next challenge - we'd love to hear from you.
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Required Skills
- accounts payable
- purchase ledger
- Payments
- 3 way matching
- Reconciliations