Accounts Payable Clerk (Temporary)

We're looking for an organised, proactive individual to join our finance team as an Accounts Payable Clerk on a 3-month fixed term contract. This role plays an important part in supporting the smooth running of our accounts payable function, processing transactions accurately and efficiently while helping the wider finance team maintain strong operational controls and high standards. You'll work closely with colleagues in Finance and across the business to manage daily processing, support month-end, and contribute to continual process improvements. Inclusion. We are committed to building an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We support flexible working and encourage applications from all sections of the community. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please get in touch with our recruitment team - we're here to support you. Responsibilities will include:

• Processing daily invoices, expenses, and payment runs
• Matching payments made and reconciling accounts
• Managing incoming queries and departmental mailboxes
• Supporting month-end procedures in line with timetables
• Maintaining accurate records and promoting digital archiving
• Assisting with external audits and compliance requirements
• Identifying opportunities to improve systems and reporting
• Supporting ad hoc finance projects and team-wide collaboration
  
  To be considered for this role, you will ideally bring experience in accounts payable and a good understanding of finance
processes. You will also need to be:
• Detail-oriented with a methodical approach
• Comfortable managing routine processing and high volumes
• A good communicator, able to work cross-functionally
• A team player who's adaptable, proactive, and supportive
• Professional and discreet in handling financial information
Desirable:
• Experience working with finance systems and process improvements
• Confidence in using Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
  
  We are a diverse portfolio of specialist media and news companies spanning UK news & information, data, technology, marketing and
communications. Our flagship brand, PA Media, is the national news agency for the UK and Ireland. We provide customers across the media, sport, corporate, betting and public sectors with the broadest range of content, products


• 25 days holiday (pro-rata)
• Excellent work/life balance including hybrid working and flexible hours