Accounts Payable Officer

We have an exciting mid-shift opportunity available for an Accounts Payable Officer. Work from home or the office – you choose!

When you join Yempo, you’ll receive the following fantastic benefits:

• Highly competitive salary – paid weekly!
• HMO enrollment upon commencement
• Additional HMO dependents added each year of service
• 20 vacation days per year; 7 sick days
• Annual performance bonuses and incentives
• Annual salary reviews and increases
• Free cooked rice, snacks and hot drinks
• Company polo shirts provided
• Fantastic, bright and cheerful open-plan work environment
• Prestigious clients and highly professional and friendly co-workers

Our Client

In this role, you will be assigned to one of our UK-based clients, a manufacturer and distributor of quality performance wear for brand-conscious corporates. They focus on aligning workwear with your brand to boost brand exposure, enhance staff morale, reduce sick days, and inspire your team to proudly represent your brand.

About the Role

To manage the company’s purchase ledger function, ensuring that all supplier invoices are accurately processed, approved, and paid on time. The Accounts Payable Officer plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the wider finance team.

Your Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding and approval in line with company policy.
• Match purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices (3-way matching).
• Chase invoices that do not have purchase order (PO) references to ensure timely processing.
• Maintain supplier accounts, ensuring statements are reconciled monthly.
• Prepare and process weekly and monthly payment runs (BACS/cheque).
• Handle supplier queries promptly and professionally.
• Send the updated purchase ledger and supporting documents to external accountants on a monthly basis.
• Assist with month-end closing tasks, including accruals and prepayments.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies.
• Support the Finance Manager with ad hoc reporting and analysis.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date records for audit and compliance purposes.

Your Background

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a busy finance environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or SAP).
• Team player with a proactive attitude.

Disclaimer for salary ranges. Yempo provides an indicative range of salary that we deem relevant for the advertised role. This may be adjusted for the skills and experience of the selected candidate.