Accounts Payable Clerk

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Accounts Payable Clerk to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate processing of supplier invoices, reconciliation of supplier accounts, bank reconciliations, payment processing, and supporting the wider finance function.

Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is essential.

This role is based in Hertford, with a minimum of 3 days per week required in the office.

• Process and post supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match stock purchase invoices to goods receipts.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies with suppliers, purchasing teams, and warehouse operations.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and account details.
• Reconcile supplier statements.

• Prepare weekly and ad-hoc supplier payment runs from an aged payables report.
• Respond to supplier payment queries professionally and efficiently.

• Perform weekly and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve unreconciled transactions.
• Post bank transactions and journals accurately within Business Central.

• Assist with month-end purchase ledger close procedures.
• Reconcile key balance sheet control accounts.

• Assist with audit requests and documentation.
• Support the Finance Manager with ad-hoc reporting and analysis.
• Assist with process improvements and system developments.
• Provide cover for other finance team members when required.

• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Posting and reconciling stock invoices within Business Central.
• Previous Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger experience.
• Experience performing bank reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

• Experience within retail, e-commerce, furniture, or stock-based businesses.
• Understanding of inventory accounting and stock reconciliation processes.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.

• Organised and methodical approach to work.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Team player with a proactive attitude.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

• Supportive and ambitious team culture.
• Real opportunities for career progression as Sofa Club continues to grow.
• 28 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays.
• Friends & Family Discount.
• Enhanced Family Leave.
• Life Assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Electric Car Scheme.
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Schemes.
• Quarterly Bonus Scheme.