Job Description

Accounts Payable Clerk - 6-Month Fixed Term Contract (with potential for extension)

Salary: £25,700 per annum

Hybrid Role: Tuesdays and Thursdays in Bedford

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)

About the Role:

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next challenge? Join a reputable, corporate company as they undergo an exciting IT transition! We are seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable Clerk to become part of our clients friendly and long-standing team. This is a project-based contract with the potential for extension, so we need someone who can jump in and make an immediate impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Process payment runs

Input and manage invoices, credit notes, and rectification invoices

Perform statement reconciliations

Handle multiple mailboxes efficiently

Manage staff expenses

Resolve invoice queries (e.g., pricing issues, missing POs, discrepancies)

Support stakeholders and suppliers via phone and email

What We're Looking For:

Previous experience in Accounts Payable is essential

Strong attention to detail

A fast learner who thrives in a dynamic environment

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Basic Excel skills (VLOOKUPs and pivot tables are a plus)

AAT qualification is a plus but not required

Experience with Oracle and Concur would be beneficial

Knowledge of VAT and Tax would be helpful but is not essential

Benefits:

Be part of a supportive, close-knit team

Hybrid working

Annual leave is 28 days inclusive of bank holidays, pro rata

Pension contribution up to 10%

Professional, corporate environment with onsite parking and subsidised canteen

Great opportunity for career development in a thriving business

If you have experience within Accounts Payable and are excited about this opportunity, we want to hear from you! Apply now to take the next step in your career.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application