About Company
Are you an Accounts Payable professional seeking an environment where precision is valued and your contributions directly impact financial health? At Career.zycto, we are a dynamic recruitment firm dedicated to connecting top talent with leading businesses across various sectors. We foster a culture of meticulous financial management, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. For an Accounts Payable Clerk, this means working within a structured yet collaborative setting, where your attention to detail ensures smooth vendor relationships and efficient financial processing. Join a team that supports your professional growth and celebrates accurate, timely financial operations, making a real difference in the businesses we serve.
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Job Description
Career.zycto is seeking a meticulous and dedicated Accounts Payable Clerk to join a thriving Manchester-based team, supporting our diverse client portfolio. This pivotal role is essential for maintaining robust financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor payments, and upholding strong relationships with our suppliers. As an Accounts Payable Clerk, you will be instrumental in managing the full accounts payable cycle, from invoice receipt and verification to payment processing and reconciliation. Your expertise will directly contribute to our clients’ financial health and operational efficiency.
Your daily tasks will encompass a broad spectrum of responsibilities designed to ensure financial integrity and operational efficiency. You will be responsible for accurately coding and entering a high volume of invoices, performing three-way matching, reconciling complex vendor statements, and preparing payment runs with precision. A key aspect of this role involves meticulous physical and electronic filing and record-keeping, ensuring all financial documentation is easily retrievable, audit-ready, and compliant with internal policies and external regulations. You will also serve as a primary contact for all vendor inquiries, proactively resolving discrepancies, managing payment terms, and communicating effectively to safeguard our client’s reputation and financial standing.
This role requires a proactive individual with a keen eye for detail, exceptional numerical accuracy, and a commitment to maintaining comprehensive financial records. You will have the opportunity to work with various accounting software packages and contribute to the continuous improvement of our financial processes, identifying efficiencies and suggesting best practices. We are looking for someone who thrives in a structured, fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is eager to contribute to a collaborative team atmosphere. Your expertise in managing vendor payments, processing expense reports, and maintaining organised financial records will be crucial to our success, helping us deliver exceptional service to our clients. Join us and play a vital role in our ongoing commitment to financial excellence and accuracy.
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Key Responsibilities
- Process high volumes of vendor invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper coding and approvals.
- Perform regular reconciliation of vendor statements, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Prepare and execute payment runs, including electronic transfers (BACS/CHAPS) and cheque processing.
- Manage and maintain comprehensive physical and electronic vendor files, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
- Respond to all vendor inquiries professionally and provide timely resolution to payment-related issues.
- Assist with month-end closing procedures, including accruals and ledger reconciliations related to Accounts Payable.
- Process employee expense reports, ensuring adherence to company policies and timely reimbursement.
- Ensure strict compliance with company financial policies, procedures, and relevant tax regulations (e.g., VAT).
- Collaborate with internal departments to resolve purchase order, invoice, or payment issues.
- Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements within the Accounts Payable function.
Required Skills
- Proven experience (minimum 2 years) in an Accounts Payable role, preferably in a high-volume environment.
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective vendor and internal liaison.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- AAT qualification (or working towards one) or an equivalent accounting qualification.
- Experience with larger ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics 365).
- Familiarity with UK tax regulations, including VAT implications for vendor payments.
- Prior experience processing expense reports and managing corporate credit cards.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive annual salary and a performance-related bonus scheme.
- Generous holiday allowance, increasing with length of service.
- Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment.
- Modern office facilities in a vibrant city-centre location.
- Employee assistance program for personal and professional well-being.
- Regular social events and team-building activities.
How to Apply
Click on the application link below to submit your CV and cover letter, detailing your relevant experience and why you are a great fit for this role. We look forward to hearing from you!
