Purchase Ledger Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk (Permanent)Location: Slough Department: Finance About the RoleWe are looking for a highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive Accounts Payable Clerk to join our Finance team based in Datchet. This is a key role within the department, responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and on time, and providing excellent support to both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, take initiative when resolving queries, and possess excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. Key ResponsibilitiesInvoice Processing & Inbox Management • Review the shared Accounts Payable inbox three times daily, distributing emails promptly across the team. • Download, review, and process invoices and supplier statements received via email. • Ensure invoices are accurately coded, matched to purchase orders where applicable, and approved in line with company procedures. Supplier Portals & Data Management • Regularly monitor supplier portals and download invoices for processing. • Maintain accurate supplier records, ensuring all information is up to date and compliant. Approvals & Payment Runs • Monitor invoices awaiting approval and proactively chase outstanding authorisations. • Support weekly and monthly payment runs, ensuring payments are accurate and completed within agreed timescales. • Prepare remittance advice and reconcile supplier statements. Expense Processing & Auditing • Audit employee expense claims and receipts to ensure compliance with company policy. • Assist in managing the Expenses Portal and respond to employee queries in a timely manner. • Work closely with the part-time Expenses Clerk and provide cover during annual leave or other absences. Supplier Communication & Query Resolution • Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. • Resolve invoice and payment queries professionally, ensuring a positive supplier experience. • Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies efficiently and accurately. Filing, Archiving & General Support • Maintain a well-organised electronic filing system for invoices, payments, and supplier documentation. • Provide general finance and administrative support as required. • Undertake additional ad hoc duties to support the wider Finance team. Skills & ExperienceThe ideal candidate will have: • A minimum of 3-5 years' experience in an Accounts Payable role. • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel. • Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. • A proactive, adaptable approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment. • Experience using Sage or a similar accounting system (desirable). Why Join Us?We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where your contribution is valued. Benefits include: • A supportive, values-driven company culture. • Opportunities for learning, development, and career progression. • Employee recognition and engagement initiatives. • Company pension scheme. • Wellbeing support and employee assistance resources. • Ongoing training and development opportunities. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: