Accounts Payable Clerk

EllisKnight are working with a multinational business who are seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join them on a permanent basis.
About the Company
Our client is a major supplier of critical power conversion technology; they supply their products to the healthcare, industrial and technology markets. The business is listed on the London Stock Exchange and are headquartered in a beautiful rural location which is serviced by the mainline train. The business is 8 minuets by train from Reading, although if you drive then there is ample parking on the business park.
If you fancy working for a rapidly growing business that has got a very modern office building, then please do contact me for more detail.
About the Role

• Ensure that all purchase invoices are authorized in line with group authority matrix
• Post all invoices for the UK company
• Process electronic supplier payment runs
• Perform statement reconciliations
• Maintain accurate records of all vendor bank a/c amendments
• Perform monthly ledger review and ensure no long outstanding items or uncleared items remain
• Work to tight month end reporting deadlines
• Daily bank reconciliations
• Process employee expenses and credit cards
• Assist with month end analysis of expenses processed
• Support the Financial Controller in any adhoc requests

Key Skills

• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable principles
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Understand how to follow key control procedures
• IT literate
• Effective time management and strong organisation skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and when dealing with conflicting priorities
• Able to work independently as well as in a team environment