Job Description

Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment

is delighted to be working once again with one of our key clients, a highly reputable professional services firm operating across the UK to appoint an Accounts Payable Clerk. Initially on a Temporary basis for around 6 months, with a high chance of a Permanent offering, this role is based at their stunning Edinburgh HQ with panoramic views of the City Centre where you will join a highly accomplished, dynamic and experienced team.

Company Profile:

Our client is a market leader within their sector, recognised nationally and internationally for delivering exceptional service. Their continued year on year growth is a testament to their reputation, high standards, and commitment to their clients.

Role Profile:

The Accounts Payable team is responsible for managing and maintaining the books and records of all of the firms group companies to include purchase ledger, general ledger and client ledgers. Within this team, you are responsible for a variety of tasks relating to invoice management, payment processing, and ensuring accurate financial records. Further highlights of the role and key duties, include, but are not limited to:


Processing a wide variety of invoices to the firm's account payable system, including a combination of general ledger firm's costs as well as client related professional expenses and disbursements Processing and arranging payment of all firm's employee and partner personal expense claims Dealing with the group's credit card and virtual credit card programmes, including processing transactions and reconciling accounts Creating and upkeeping of all vendor records ensuring compliance with the firm's risk management policies in this area Preparation of the firm's weekly supplier payment run via BACS Reconciliation of all supplier statements received as well as taking ownership for any anomalies identified during this process with a view to investigating and rectifying same Dealing with the upload of all internal recharges to the firm's practice management system Accurately file all working documentation within various online Cashroom filing locations as directed Attending meetings and contributing to any group discussions on Cashroom procedures and ensuring Cashroom documentation is kept up-to-date at all times

Person Specification:

Proven experience within a high volume Accounts Payable role Exposure to a busy finance environment Exceptional interpersonal & communication skills Previous experience with legal software Ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel & Outlook

On Offer:

Competitive salary Discretionary bonus Attractive benefits package Hybrid working policy Office based in Edinburgh, easily accessible by public transport Stunning office with best in class facilities and local amenities

Next Steps:

If you would be interested in this position and would like to have a confidential conversation, please get in touch with Craig Sinclair, Recruitment Manager on craig.sinclair@cooperparry.com or simply apply now with your CV. Please note, that due to high volume applications, it is not always possible to provide detailed feedback, should you not be successful. Please also note, visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Monday 05 January 2026

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