Accounts Payable Clerk

at  Simarco International

SIMARCO IS AN AWARD-WINNING INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS PROVIDER, DRIVEN BY A DEEP UNDERSTANDING OF THE FAST-PACED NATURE OF GLOBAL TRADE. WE SPECIALISE IN DELIVERING BESPOKE FREIGHT SOLUTIONS ACROSS THE UK, EUROPE, AND WORLDWIDE, OFFERING FLEXIBLE, FULLY TAILORED SERVICES THAT ARE DESIGNED TO MEET THE UNIQUE NEEDS OF OUR CLIENTS.

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join our dynamic and fast-paced Accounts Department. If you have experience working in a transport and logistics organisation, supporting the purchase ledger team by processing supplier statement reconciliations and invoices, handling queries promptly, and maintaining accuracy in your work… we want to hear from you!

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Purchase Ledger team to ensure all supplier invoices are processed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Accurately process and code invoices.
• Reconcile supplier statements to ensure accounts are up-to-date and accurate.
• Perform general finance administrative tasks as required.
• Resolve invoice queries promptly and efficiently.
• Post invoices and secure necessary approvals for sign-off.
• Ensure timely supplier payments in line with company policies to prevent inaccuracies.

KEY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE:

• Significant experience in a comparable role within a high-activity accounts department
• Previous experience in a logistics or transport company is a plus
• Proficiency in various office software, including email, spreadsheets, and databases, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Effective influencing skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Proven ability to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to clearly explain financial concepts and issues
• Collaborative team player

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Purchase Ledger team to ensure all supplier invoices are processed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Accurately process and code invoices.
• Reconcile supplier statements to ensure accounts are up-to-date and accurate.
• Perform general finance administrative tasks as required.
• Resolve invoice queries promptly and efficiently.
• Post invoices and secure necessary approvals for sign-off.
• Ensure timely supplier payments in line with company policies to prevent inaccuracies.