Accounts Payable Clerk

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic, innovative, and growing team? Cleveland Group (Hire & Sales) Limited, the UK’s leading supplier of high-quality shipping containers, anti-vandal units and modular buildings and we are on the lookout for passionate and driven individuals to join us in shaping the future of our sector.

Whether it’s helping clients find their perfect storage solution, collaborating on creative container conversions, or ensuring seamless logistics, every role at Cleveland Group (Hire & Sales) Limited contributes to delivering exceptional service and making an impact.

At Cleveland Group (Hire & Sales) Limited, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, fast-paced work environment where your ideas are valued, and your career can thrive. If you’re ready to embrace new challenges and be part of a company that’s always moving forward, we want to hear from you

The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely and accurate payment to suppliers. This role supports the wider finance function by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end processes, and providing excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.
- Process supplier invoices and credit notes in a timely and accurate manner.
- Match invoices with purchase orders and delivery notes, investigating discrepancies where required.
- Prepare and process weekly and monthly payment runs.
- Reconcile supplier statements, resolving queries and discrepancies with vendors.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of accounts payable transactions.
- Support the month-end closing process, including accruals and reporting.
- Assist with internal and external audits by providing supporting documentation.
- Build and maintain good relationships with suppliers and internal departments.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and financial controls.

**This is not an exhaustive list but an outline of the key responsibilities.**

Person Specification
- Previous experience in an accounts payable or finance administration role.
- Experience with invoice processing, purchase orders, and payment runs.
- Familiarity with reconciliations and month-end processes.
- Strong numerical and data entry skills with high attention to detail.
- Good understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and finance/ERP systems.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve queries effectively.
- Professional, reliable, and trustworthy with financial information.
- Proactive team player with a positive attitude.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £27,500.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 3TX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Accounts payable: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person