Accounts Payable Clerk

Reporting to: Accounts Payable Manager
The Salutem Group operates 120 care homes across the United Kingdom. The business specialises in caring for children and adults with a range of disabilities including learning and behavioural difficulties, autism, and mental health issues. We care for some of the most vulnerable people in the UK and we provide them with the best opportunities to live a fulfilling life. At Salutem, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a healthy, active and fulfilling life, regardless of his or her background or disability. The aim of our homes is to provide a safe and stimulating environment for adults and young people.
Job Scope:
We are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join the team in Windsor to support our Accounts Payable Team by processing a high volume invoices received for payment and undertaking the payment of all creditors in an accurate, efficient and timely manner. The right candidate will be friendly and enthusiastic, keen to learn, face changes and meet challenges with a can-do attitude.
In return we offer:
Competitive salary rates
Training and qualification opportunities
Internal progression opportunities
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Job Responsibilities:
Processing a high volume of invoices and payments in line with policies and procedures for multiple entities
Maintaining integrity of accounts payable accounting data
Identifying and resolving discrepancies and queries
Building strong relationships with suppliers and colleagues
Reconciling records to supplier statements
Collating, Checking & Processing Petty Cash and Debit Card returns
Requirements:
A minimum of 2 years'' experience within Accounts Payable
Experience of working within the healthcare sector or similar multi-site business.
Proven understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles
Friendly and enthusiastic personality, with high levels of attention to detail
Fluent English speaker
Proficiency with MS Office, in particular MS Excel. Experience with Sage 200 or a similar system would be an advantage but is not essential
Ability to work in the UK and to receive a clear DBS check
This job description should not be seen as all encompassing, and the post holder will be expected to undertake any other responsibilities appropriate to the post as identified by the company. This job description will be reviewed annually and may be amended in consultation with the post holder to incorporate changing trends.
Each member of staff has a responsibility to ensure that they undertake Continuous Self Development.
Hours: Full Time 40 hours per week