Accounts Payable Clerk

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The Accounts Payable Clerk will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments within a regulated financial services environment. The role requires strong attention to detail, a solid understanding of UK and European accounting practices, and the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers while maintaining high standards of compliance and confidentiality.

Responsibilities include but may note be limited to:

Invoice & Payment Processing:

• Process supplier invoices accurately and ensuring they are coded correctly in the system and in line with internal controls

• Match invoices, and receipts, resolving discrepancies promptly

• Prepare and process weekly and monthly payment runs (BACS, CHAPS, and international payments)

• Ensure supplier payments are made on time and in accordance with agreed terms

Reconciliations & Controls:

• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve outstanding queries

• Maintain accurate accounts payable ledgers and supporting documentation

• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and reporting

• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation

• Compliance & Financial Services Environment

• Ensure adherence to company policies, financial controls, and regulatory requirements

• Maintain VAT records and assist with VAT reporting in line with UK regulations

• Handle sensitive financial data in accordance with confidentiality and data protection standards

Stakeholder & Supplier Management:

• Act as a point of contact for supplier queries, ensuring professional and timely responses

• Liaise with internal teams including procurement, operations, and finance

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and stakeholders

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes and efficiencies

• Support system enhancements or finance transformation initiatives as required

• ​Additional responsibilities as requested.

Qualifications:

• Previous general accounting or accounts payable experience is essential

• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and controls

• Experience working with accounting or ERP systems (e.g. NetSuite, or similar)

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Excellent knowledge and experience of Microsoft Excel

• Ability to manage deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment

• Experience within the financial services or regulated environment

• Knowledge of VAT

• AAT level 2

• Highly organised with excellent time management skills

• Proactive and solution-focused approach

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Discreet and trustworthy, with a strong sense of confidentiality

• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently

• Have a pragmatic, logical approach to problem solving

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About Our Firm

William Blair strives to attract qualified candidates who specialize in investment banking, investment management, private wealth management, and other strategic resource groups. We are committed to empowering our colleagues to deliver client success and engage in our communities. Our firm has delivered trusted advice for nine decades, continuing to deepen our expertise and relationships across asset classes and markets throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet clients’ evolving needs amid dynamic market conditions and varying industries. What sets us apart is that we are an independent partnership, with colleagues who have unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We empower our people to bring their best thinking so we can deliver the tailored, thoughtful work and problem-solving abilities that our clients expect. We invite you to learn more about us by visiting williamblair.com.

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