Accounts Payable
Candidate Information
Full Name
Natasha Baker
Age
25
Education
Kaplan Finance – Level 3 AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting – 2019 to 2020 Kaplan Finance – Level 3 AAT Advanced Diploma in Bookkeeping – 2019 to 2020 3aaa’s Business Academy – Level 2 business administration apprenticeship August 2016 – February 2017 Wade Deacon High School, Halton, Widnes – 2010 to 2015 GCSE Results English - B Mathematics - B Science - B I.C.T - B Business Studies - A P.E - B Geography - B French – A
Experience
January 2022-Current: Slater and Gordon Lawyers I am currently working as a Purchase Ledger/Accounts Payable Clerk for the Slater and Gordon law firm. Although many people may think this role is challenging, I enjoy working under pressure and have learned many new skills. There is a high volume of requests from internal and external teams with a variety of different queries, and I have completed over 14,000 of these requests. I love how diverse my role is as I am able to adapt to take on more responsibilities. I often take on my team leader’s role and responsibilities when she is on annual leave. I am confident in my position and I am often the go-to person if any of my colleagues need assistance. My main duties as the Purchase Ledger & Accounts Payable Clerk for the law firm include but are not limited to: • Processing purchase invoices • Building and maintaining positive relationships with suppliers and internal colleagues • Weekly payment runs (BACS/CHAPS/International payments) • Raising internal transfers • Requesting approval for payments from relevant parties • Posting payments onto the system • Ensuring suppliers are paid within agreed credit terms • Reconciling supplier statements • Reconciling bank statements • Resolving internal and external queries promptly • Providing managers with reports on a weekly basis • Processing overhead invoices via journal postings • Assisting colleagues and managers with any queries they are unable to resolve • Processing staff expense claims via journals • Processing refunds from suppliers for overpayments • Submitting claims to insurance companies for unrecoverable invoices/failed claims • Monitoring supplier payment terms October 2018 –January 2022: Denholm Global Logistics I enjoyed working for Denholm within the finance department. It has been fun learning new skills not only within finance but the shipping and logistics industry overall. I was enrolled onto an online advanced accounting course, which the company provided for me. This has led to me passing and completing an advanced diploma in accounting and bookkeeping (AAT Level 3). My main duties as the Purchase Ledger Clerk included but were not limited to: • Building and maintaining positive relationships with all internal and external teams • Purchase invoice processing • Weekly payment runs (BACS/CHAPS/International payments) • Reconciling supplier statements • Reconciling bank statements • Validating & creating new suppliers • Assisting with contra payments • Resolving supplier queries promptly • Reporting weekly on aged creditors, payments and overdue credit • Monitoring supplier payment terms • Posting and updating batches/journals/cash via Sage daily to ensure ledgers are up to date • Assisting Accounts Receivable team when required August 2016 – September 2018: Independent World Choice Holidays My duties at the family-run travel agency began as an office administrator. This was a 6 month business administration apprenticeship. After completing the apprenticeship, the finance manager introduced me to finance and banking. she began to show me how to reconcile supplier statements as well as bank statements. I learnt these new skills quickly and was promoted to junior assistant accountant. This led to me wanting to progress more into the finance industry. My responsibilities were: • Ensuring suppliers were paid within credit terms • Chasing clients for payment • Reconciling bank statements • Issuing and updating customer invoices • Assisting with expense reports • Allocating payments/cash received • Processing refunds • Reconciling supplier statements
Job Type
Full-time
Contact Details
Phone
Address
80 Becket Street L4 1QU
State
Merseyside, Liverpool
Country
United Kingdom
About candidate
About you
Diligent and adaptable Accounts Payable Clerk with 6 years of experience in managing high work volumes and diverse responsibilities. Skilled in processing invoices, maintaining positive supplier relationships, and ensuring timely payments. Proven track record of resolving over 14,000 queries and assuming leadership responsibilities in the absence of the team leader. Accomplished in reconciling statements, conducting weekly payment runs, and providing insightful reports to managers. Adept at utilising Microsoft Excel and excelling in accuracy and attention to detail. Eager to continue expanding expertise and contributing to the success of finance departments.
What are you looking for in a new role?
I am seeking new challenges to enhance and further my knowledge within finance. I am eager to learn new skills and processes as well as being able to assist the finance function as much as possible.
What you are interested in working with us?
I have over 6 years experience within finance, specifically in the accounts payable role. I am very confident and understand the various processes and skills it takes to complete my role and responsibilities to the best of my ability. I am extremely reliable and above all I enjoy what I do!
What has been most challenging experience in a past role?
Whilst working for the law firm, there was no process in place when sensing supplier remittances after payments were issued. It took a lot of manual work to send them to each individual supplier. I decided to discuss with issue with my line managers and we had created a system that allowed us to send remittances automatically which we then had to bring IT technicians to assist us with creating an automated system for the remittance process. Although it was challenging, it was definitely rewarding!
Cover latter
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am excited to apply for the Accounts Payable Assistant position. With a total of 6 years of experience in finance roles, specifically in purchase ledger and accounts payable, I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to your dynamic and forward-thinking team.
In joining your esteemed organisation, I bring the following value propositions:
- Proven expertise in processing and reviewing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, procedures, and proficiency in Sage and MS Office packages, particularly Excel.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to ensure smooth financial operations.
I am eager to discuss further how my background, skills, and enthusiasm can benefit your finance team. I am looking forward to the opportunity to interview for this role and discuss how I can contribute to the continued success of your company.
Warm regards,
Natasha