Accounts Payroll Clerk

We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Payroll Clerk to join our client, a leading oil and gas operator, as part of their busy Finance team in Norwich.
This is a great opportunity for someone with previous Accounts Payable experience who is confident working in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with both internal teams and external suppliers.
You will primarily support the Accounts Payable function, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and efficiently while working closely with colleagues across Finance, Procurement and other internal departments.
Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and credit notes in line with agreed terms and internal procedures.
• Manage a high volume of invoices through an electronic approval workflow.
• Process goods-received invoices by matching them against purchase orders, as well as more complex service invoices.
• Ensure all relevant supporting documentation is complete and attached for approval and audit purposes.
• Code service invoices to the correct cost centres, working with Cost Controllers and Budget Holders where required.
• Take ownership of high-value and large contract invoices, maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Respond to supplier queries by phone and email, resolving issues promptly or escalating where appropriate.
• Liaise with Procurement and other internal teams to resolve invoice and supplier queries.
• Complete supplier statement reconciliations, investigate discrepancies and ensure outstanding items are resolved.
• Support the shared Accounts mailbox, ensuring queries and invoices are dealt with promptly and accurately.
• Work closely with internal departments to ensure Accounts Payable processes are followed correctly.
• Identify opportunities to improve and streamline Accounts Payable processes.
• Provide support and cover for other team members during busy periods and periods of absence.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within Accounts Payable or a similar finance role.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience using SAP or a similar finance/accounting system would be advantageous, although training can be provided.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Good understanding of cost centres and financial coding.
• Ability to work independently, use your own initiative and work effectively as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a busy environment and managing competing priorities.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible, adaptable and open to change.

The Opportunity This is a great opportunity to join an established Finance team within a leading oil and gas operator, where you will work across a varied range of invoices, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant or Accounts Payable professional looking for your next opportunity in Norwich, we'd be keen to hear from you.
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