Payments Clerk Jobs in Worcester, Worcestershire

Finance Assistant

Oxford, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 33000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is delighted to be exclusively partnering with Summer Fields School once again, this time to recruit a permanent part-time Finance Assistant into a newly created role within their Bursary team.This is a great opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable professional to join a well-regarded, close-knit school finance function, with variety across purchase ledger, fees ledger, and wider finance support.The Details<ul><li>Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 FTE</li><li>Part-time, 20-24 hours per week (flexibly structured to suit the successful candidate's preference)</li><li>Hybrid working, based at the school's offices in Summertown, Oxford</li></ul>The RoleThis is a key role responsible for supporting the Senior Finance Officer with all aspects of Finance, including Accounts Payable and Receivable, delivering efficient partnering and support to the school community. Key deliverables include:<ul><li>Purchase Ledger: ensuring the smooth running of the Purchase Ledger including: <ul><li>Monitoring the AP</li><li>Ensuring all incoming invoices are correctly coded in the finance</li><li>Ensuring all invoices are appropriately</li><li>Reviewing monthly supplier statements and obtaining the required information to ensure accurate records and timely payments to suppliers.</li><li>Generating proposed supplier payments and obtaining appropriate</li><li>Distributing remittances and correspondence relating to the Purchase</li><li>Placing ad hoc orders as requested once authorisation has been</li><li>Budget reporting on expenditure</li><li>Liaising with suppliers and internal colleagues, including chasing and following up where required.</li><li>Processing daily</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Fees Ledger - assisting with: <ul><li>Collating and preparing information relevant to the billing of school</li><li>Inputting data onto the Fees Ledger from source</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Other duties may include amongst others: <ul><li>Distributing petty cash within school and working with the Senior Finance Officer to ensure adequate cash supplies are available.</li><li>Assisting with term-end procedures including journals and</li><li>Assisting with the collation of information relevant to: <ul><li>The preparation of annual</li><li>The termly management accounts and annual</li><li>Backup information regarding</li></ul></li></ul></li></ul>Key Skills & Experience:<ul><li>Collaborative team player - working effectively within a small Bursary team</li><li>Significant experience in Accounts Payable</li><li>Pro-active and self-motivated, with the ability to take ownership of tasks and see them through to completion</li><li>Highly organised and detail-oriented, with excellent accuracy and a methodical</li><li>Able to manage a busy and varied workload, prioritising effectively and working to deadlines</li><li>Confident in proactively following up outstanding actions and liaising with colleagues and suppliers to resolve queries</li></ul>Summer Fields is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.The school is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Summer Fields does not discriminate on the grounds of race or colour, nationality or national or ethnic origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, age, and disability. Applications are welcome from a diverse range of backgroundsRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS45MTk5NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-20T13:43:55Z

Assistant Accountant

Bristol, Bristol
remote
Permanent
30000 - 34000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is helping The Wave, the UK's first inland surf destination on the edge of Bristol, find an Assistant Accountant to join its finance team. This is a newly created role with genuine scope to grow into a qualified Accountant, in a business built around wellbeing, nature and community. If you have already been part of a month-end process and want more ownership, more reconciliation work and real study support, this Assistant Accountant role at The Wave could be exactly the next step you are looking for.Role<ul><li>Process purchase ledger invoices end to end, including VAT treatment, nominal coding and supplier statement reconciliations</li><li>Prepare your share of the monthly management accounts, including lead sheets, balance sheet reconciliations and journals, to a five day close</li><li>Reconcile takings from multiple payment channels each month and investigate any differences</li><li>Support periodic stock counts and help prepare stock valuation schedules and journals</li><li>Assist with year end statutory accounts, audit request packs and statistical returns</li></ul>As Assistant Accountant, you will work closely with the Finance Officer, Financial Controller and CFO, with plenty of scope to suggest and implement your own process improvements.Profile<ul><li>At least two years' experience in a busy finance function, part-qualified or qualified by experience</li><li>Hands-on purchase ledger experience, including supplier statement reconciliations</li><li>Genuine month-end experience: you have prepared lead sheets, reconciliations or journals, not just supplied the numbers</li><li>Confident on Excel, including lookups, pivot tables and SUMIFS</li><li>A self-starter who asks rather than guesses, and flags anything that looks wrong</li></ul>This Assistant Accountant role would suit someone studying towards AAT, CIMA, ACCA or ACA, or ready to start.Company<ul><li>The Wave is a world-class wave pool surrounded by open water, woodland, a campsite and safari tents, on the edge of Bristol</li><li>Built around wellbeing, nature and community, with a purpose to nurture health, hope and happiness with every wave</li><li>A small, close-knit finance team where you will see the whole business, not one slice of it</li><li>A finance function that is actively being built, with real ownership and autonomy from day one</li><li>Guided by The Wave's values, We Are FAIR: Fun, Adventurous, Impact and Respect</li></ul>Joining The Wave as Assistant Accountant means helping shape how finance works here, not just following an existing process.Salary and Benefits<ul><li>Competitive salary of £31,000 to £34,000 depending on experience</li><li>Hybrid working, with two days in the office and three days from home</li><li>30 days paid holiday, inclusive of bank holidays</li><li>Study support provided, with the details discussed with shortlisted candidates</li><li>Free staff surf sessions, subsidised lunches and a range of discounts across food, drink and other offerings</li></ul>This Assistant Accountant package at The Wave also includes a NEST pension and a genuine route to becoming a qualified Accountant.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YWRhbS5hbGJhZHJ5LjA0NzI1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-28T15:52:28Z

Purchase Ledger Clerk

Crickhowell, Powys
remote
Permanent
27000 - 28000 GBP / Yearly
Crickhowell, Powys | Full Time | Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Salary: £28,270 + Bonus & Excellent BenefitsAre you an experienced finance professional with a passion for accuracy and organisation? Robert Half is delighted to be recruiting for a Ledger Clerk on behalf of a growing and successful business based in Crickhowell.This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive finance team where you'll play a key role in managing both purchase and sales ledger activities, supporting month-end processes, and contributing to ongoing process improvements. If you're looking for a varied position that offers ownership, responsibility, and professional development, we'd love to hear from you.<h3>The Role</h3>As Ledger Clerk, you'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the sales and purchase ledger functions while supporting the wider finance team with key financial processes.Key Responsibilities: Purchase & Sales Ledger <ul><li>Process supplier and customer invoices accurately and efficiently</li><li>Raise sales invoices across multiple revenue streams</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Process credit notes and maintain supporting documentation</li><li>Ensure all ledger transactions comply with internal controls and procedures</li></ul> Payments & Collections <ul><li>Allocate customer receipts and supplier payments</li><li>Process weekly BACS payment runs and ad-hoc payments</li><li>Manage monthly direct debit collections</li><li>Produce customer statements and support debt collection activities</li><li>Work closely with internal departments to resolve account queries and outstanding balances</li></ul> Month-End Support <ul><li>Review aged debtor and creditor reports</li><li>Prepare accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Maintain accurate audit trails and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with month-end reporting and financial controls</li></ul> Continuous Improvement <ul><li>Identify opportunities to improve and automate processes</li><li>Support finance projects and ad-hoc reporting requirements</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues to drive efficiencies across the finance function</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We're looking for a motivated finance professional who enjoys working in a busy environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work.Essential Skills & Experience:<ul><li>Previous experience in a finance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or ledger-based role</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Strong numerical and reconciliation skills</li><li>Organised and methodical approach</li><li>Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines</li><li>Proactive and flexible attitude</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience using Sage X3 or a similar ERP system</li><li>Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer?</h3><ul><li>Salary of £28,270</li><li>Bonus scheme</li><li>Company pension</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Enhanced paternity leave</li><li>Bereavement leave</li><li>Health & wellbeing programme</li><li>Sick pay</li><li>Referral programme</li><li>Employee store discount</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>A supportive and collaborative team environment</li><li>Opportunities to develop your finance skills and contribute to process improvement initiatives</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuNTI4NDguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-10T15:19:54Z

Purchase Ledger Clerk

Coalville, Leicestershire
remote
Temporary
13.50 - 15 GBP / Hourly
<h1>Interim Accounts Payable Clerk</h1>Location: Loughborough Rate: £15 per hour Contract: Interim / Temporary<h2>The Role</h2>We are currently recruiting an Interim Accounts Payable Clerk to support a busy finance team in Loughborough. This role will suit an experienced AP professional who can hit the ground running and manage high-volume invoice processing within a fast-paced environment.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently</li><li>Matching, batching and coding invoices</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies</li><li>Handling supplier queries and maintaining strong relationships</li><li>Assisting with payment runs</li><li>Managing the AP inbox and ensuring timely responses</li><li>Supporting month-end processes and reporting requirements</li></ul><h2>Candidate Profile</h2><ul><li>Previous Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger experience</li><li>Comfortable working with high invoice volumes</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Good communication and problem-solving skills</li><li>Able to work independently and as part of a team</li><li>Available at short notice or immediately available preferred</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>£15 per hour</li><li>Immediate start available</li><li>Friendly and supportive finance team</li><li>Potential for contract extension</li></ul>If you're an experienced Accounts Payable professional available for an interim assignment in the Loughborough area, we'd be keen to hear from you. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNDcwNjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-18T09:57:46Z

Finance Officer

Faringdon, Oxfordshire
remote
Temporary
20.00 - 20.00 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half are recruiting a Temporary Finance Assistant to join their established Finance Team based in Faringdon.Office based - 5 days per week.The RoleWorking closely with leaders and the wider finance team, you will be responsible for providing financial support across multiple sites and ensuring effective budget management and financial control.Key responsibilities include:Producing, monitoring, and reporting on budgetsMonthly budget monitoring and variance analysisPayroll monitoring and reconciliationProcessing BACS payments, posting transactions, and issuing remittancesAdvising stakeholders on procurement and value-for-money initiativesSupporting financial planning and forecasting activitiesProviding financial insight and guidance to support decision-makingAbout YouThe successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:Experience of monthly budget monitoring and financial reportingConfidence in payroll reconciliation and analysisExperience processing BACS payment runsStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsA practical understanding of procurement and cost control Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci4xMDY4MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-02T13:42:45Z

Bookkeeper

Hinckley, Leicestershire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 39000 GBP / Yearly
📣 BOOKKEEPER| PERMANENT | PART TIME📍 Sapcote, Leicestershire 💰 £39,000 FTE (£31,200 pro rata) ⏰ 30 hours per week | 4 or 5 days considered with flexible hours I'm currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity for an experienced bookkeeper to join a growing organisation based in a beautiful countryside location with excellent parking.This is a hands-on, all-round finance role where you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, working closely with senior management and supporting the wider organisation.<h3>💼 The role</h3>You'll have responsibility across the full 360° finance function, including:* Managing purchase and sales ledgers * Bank reconciliations and management of bank accounts * Payroll, pensions, PAYE and P11D * Cash flow monitoring and forecasting * Monthly management accounts and financial reporting * Budgeting and forecasting * Financial analysis and presenting key information to senior stakeholders * Processing supplier and other payments * Maintaining accurate accounting records and financial controls * Supporting statutory reporting and year-end accounts * Managing financial queries with suppliers and external stakeholders * Producing reports and analysis to support business decisions * Supporting and working closely with a Finance & Payroll Administrator * Identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiencies and financial controls<h3>👀 What we're looking for</h3>We're looking for someone who is confident taking ownership of a finance function and enjoys a varied role rather than being restricted to one area of finance.You'll ideally have:✅ Strong all-round finance experience ✅ Previous payroll experience ✅ Experience with reconciliations, ledgers and month-end reporting ✅ Good knowledge of Excel and accounting systems - Sage experience would be advantageous ✅ Strong attention to detail and accuracy ✅ The confidence to analyse financial information and communicate findings ✅ Excellent organisational and time-management skills ✅ The ability to work independently and manage competing prioritiesThis would suit an experienced Finance Officer, Senior Finance Assistant, Finance Manager or Accounts professional looking for a part-time role with genuine ownership and responsibility.🌳 Beautiful rural location | Free parking | Permanent opportunity | 30 hours per week📩 Interested? Please get in touch with Charlotte at Robert Half for more information or to discuss the role confidentially.#FinanceJobs #FinanceOfficer #LeicestershireJobs #HinckleyJobs #FinanceRecruitment #AccountsJobs #PayrollJobs #PartTimeJobs #RecruitmentRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmJlYXR0aWUuMDAyODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-08T09:24:04Z

6 results for Payments Clerk in Worcester, Worcestershire