Rutherford Cross is working with a private equity backed business which has achieved significant growth over the last two years. The company is recruiting an experienced Account Payable Clerk to take the lead on purchase ledger covering multi-site operations. The duties are wide-ranging, with an emphasis on working on own initiative. The business will also encourage the selected candidate to develop and take on additional tasks in the future if they wish.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Processing supplier invoices on system to Accounts Payable Ledger, adhering to Group approvals procedures
• Reconciling Accounts Payable Control Accounts for month-end and year-end in accordance with Group Management Reporting timetable
• Preparing supplier payment runs
• Proactive management of trade creditors, including monthly reconciliation of supplier’s statements
• Maintaining supplier’s basic data within Xero, including addition of new suppliers and updating bank account details, ensuring adherence to documented controls
• Daily liaison and maintenance of strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Reviewing processes on an ongoing basis, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, and propose / implement them with input / authorisation from the Group Finance Manager, as appropriate

Key Candidate Qualities:

• Previous accounts payable experience
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in Excel
• Ability to use multiple systems – Xero would be a strong advantage
• Well organised with the ability to collect data, then present data clearly and concisely
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to learn and process information quickly

On offer is a salary of up to £25,000, depending on experience. The role will be primarily based in their office in the Southeast of Glasgow. This role will offer a candidate broad exposure in a small finance function, with the ability to develop their finance skills set in the future. For more information, please contact Eilidh Graham at Rutherford Cross on [email protected].