AP Clerk
| Posting date: | 12 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £30,000.0 to £33,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | CCa £33k DOE |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 April 2026 |
| Location: | Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0PH |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 4779298_1773336624 |
Summary
Your new company
A well‑established and growing organisation is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive environment where you will play a key role in maintaining an accurate and efficient Purchase Ledger function.
Your new role
In this role, you will take ownership of the Purchase Ledger and support the wider finance team with transactional duties. Your responsibilities will include:
- Processing purchase invoices and credit notes, matching them to purchase orders and delivery notes
- Checking and verifying invoices for accuracy and completeness before posting
- Coding invoices accurately for correct financial reporting
- Supporting with basic purchase and sales ledger duties
- Preparing and processing weekly and monthly BACS payment runs
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
- Handling supplier queries in a timely and professional manner
- Assisting with month‑end reporting and annual audit preparation
- Carrying out ad‑hoc tasks to support the finance team as required
What you'll need to succeed
- Experience in a Purchase Ledger or similar accounts payable role
- Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Competent IT skills, including Sage and Microsoft Excel
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- AAT qualification is desirable but not essential
What you'll get in return
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- A 12‑month contract within a friendly, collaborative team
- Valuable experience within a busy finance function
- Opportunities to enhance your skills and support future career development
What you need to do now
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