Reed Accountancy & Finance are in search of a meticulous Accounts Payable Clerk to join our client’s finance team on a temporary basis in Hythe. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing outgoing bills and invoices on behalf of the company. This includes the processing, verification, and reconciliation of invoices.

• Process incoming invoices in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data.
• Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements.
• Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients.
• Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts payable status.
• Understand expense accounts and cost centres.
• Understand compliance issues around accounts payable processes (tax, VAT, etc.).

• Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk or in a similar role.
• Familiarity with general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with accounting software.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• AAT qualification or equivalent accounting certification is advantageous.

• Competitive salary package.
• Access to REED rewards, offering discount off high street retailers.
• Access to the REED company pension scheme.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.
• Valuable experience in a dynamic finance role.

If you are able to demonstrate relevant experience obtained from a similar Accounts Payable Clerk role, can commit to an office-based role, and are in a commutable distance from the client’s office based in Hythe, then please apply!