Accounts Payable Clerk, Services - 12 Month Fixed Term

Do you want to work to make Power for Good?

We're the world's largest independent renewable energy company. We're driven by a simple yet powerful vision: to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero carbon energy.

We know that achieving our ambitions would be impossible without our people. Because we're tackling some of the world's toughest problems, we need the very best people to help us. They're our most important asset so that's why we continually invest in them.

RES is a family with a diverse workforce, and we are dedicated to the personal professional growth of our people, no matter what stage of their career they're at. We can promise you rewarding work which makes a real impact, the chance to learn from inspiring colleagues from across a growing, global network and opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Our competitive package offers rewards and benefits including pension schemes, flexible working, and top-down emphasis on better work-life balance. We also offer private healthcare, discounted green travel, 25 days holiday with options to buy/sell days, enhanced family leave and four volunteering days per year so you can make a difference somewhere else.

The Position

The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for maintaining accurate records of vendor accounts, processing invoices, and ensuring timely payments. This role involves verifying and reconciling invoices, managing payment schedules, and supporting the finance team to optimize cash flow and maintain positive vendor relationships.

Accountabilities

• Invoice Processing: Review and verify vendor invoices for accuracy, ensuring timely approval and entry into the system
• Payment Management: Schedule and process payments to vendors, ensuring compliance with payment terms and company policies
• Expense Allocation: Accurately allocate costs to appropriate accounts and maintain updated records of transactions
• Account Reconciliation: Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies or billing issues promptly
• Reporting: Prepare accounts payable reports for management, including outstanding invoices and payment activities
• Vendor Support: Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status, discrepancies, and account issues
• Documentation: Maintain organized records of all invoices, payments, and correspondence with vendors
• Process Improvement: Assist in identifying opportunities for enhancing accounts payable processes and efficiency
• Collaboration: Work closely with the finance team and other departments to support overall financial objectives
• Bank: Bank Reconciliation

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role
• Familiarity with accounts payable processes and accounting principles
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Fluent in English
• Knowledge of Spanish is a plus

At RES we celebrate difference as we know it makes our company a great place to work. Encouraging applicants with different backgrounds, ideas and points of view, we create teams who work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, marital status, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people.

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