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Cheryl Wellsbury - Ault
Bridgnorth,Shropshire
Summary
Experienced Accounts Payable Clerk with a robust background in financial management and supplier reconciliation, gained through extensive tenure at MiTek Industries Limited. Demonstrates proficiency in invoice processing, payment management, and financial reporting, utilising advanced accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, and Xero. Successfully enhanced accounts payable processes to increase efficiency and minimise errors. Previously served as an Accounts Receivable Clerk at Initial Rentokil, where expertise in collections and billing dispute resolution improved cash flow and customer satisfaction. Career goals include further streamlining financial operations to support organisational growth.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Clerk
MiTek Industries Limited
Dudley, West Midlands
05.1996 - 03.2026
- Maintained up-to-date records of accounts payable ledger, ensuring timely payments to suppliers.
- Utilised accounting software proficiently, inputting data and generating reports for management review.
- Reconciled supplier statements monthly, resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Monitored accounts payable email inbox, addressing enquiries and processing invoices received.
- Processed invoices accurately and efficiently, matching them with purchase orders and delivery notes.
- Managed payments to suppliers through BACS and cheque, ensuring timely settlement of accounts.
- Utilised accounting software to input, track, and manage invoices, streamlining payment processes.
- Assisted with weekly payment runs, compiling invoices updating records.
- Supported completion of year-end and internal audit requests with precision and accuracy.
- Maintained confidentiality of financial information, adhering to data protection legislation.
- Demonstrated expertise across various accounting software, including Sage, QuickBooks and Xero.
- Prepared and issued remittance advices to suppliers, confirming details of payments made.
- Handled confidential financial information with discretion and in compliance with data protection regulations.
- Reconciled accounts to assess processed payment accuracy, raising queries with senior accounting teams.
- Collaborated effectively with staff, contractors and payroll teams, enabling smooth, efficient payment processes.
- Rectified accounting errors to eliminate transaction discrepancies.
- Conducted regular reconciliations of supplier statements, checking accuracy and flagging any issues.
- Coordinated accounts payable functions, ensuring compliance with company Authorisation Policy for timely payments.
- Assisted in month-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Coordinated with the purchasing department to clarify purchase orders and expedite invoice processing.
- Kept general ledger documents updated for accurate transaction records.
- Assisted with bank reconciliations and CIS, updating spreadsheets and balancing accounts.
- Worked with meticulous precision and care, ensuring processed payments were accurate and in line with company policies.
- Liaised with suppliers to resolve invoice queries, maintaining positive working relationships.
- Prepared payment runs, utilising both BACS and cheque payments, following company procedures.
- Coordinated with internal departments to verify intercompany charges and reconcile balances.
- Reconciled supplier statements, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues promptly to maintain accurate accounts.
- Maintained petty cash for ad-hoc business expenses.
- Assisted finance teams, inputting and processing transactions accurately.
- Reviewed and verified expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies before processing reimbursements.
- Reported issues by communicating to finance team colleagues.
- Established strong supplier relationships, negotiating favourable payment terms and swiftly resolving billing issues.
- Processed invoices accurately and efficiently, adhering to strict financial procedures and deadlines.
- Updated balance sheets with accurate asset and liability information.
- Managed monthly production staff payrolls, liaising with individuals to resolve discrepancies.
- Maintained organised financial records, enabling quick retrieval of information for audits and queries.
- Participated in training sessions to stay updated on new accounting software and financial regulations.
- Conducted regular meetings with the finance team to review accounts payable processes and performance.
- Handled accounting inboxes, quickly responding to invoice and expense requests to deliver payment within allotted deadlines.
- Investigated and helped resolve collections and billing disputes
- Administered new supplier set-up, ensuring compliance with company policies and financial controls.
- Completed scheduled closings for yearly recordkeeping following [Type] standards.
- Processed invoices and payments quickly and accurately, maintaining precise up-to-date company finances.
- Handled petty cash claims, carefully filing records and receipts for reliable disbursement information.
- Participated in financial audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations to auditors.
- Followed standard accounting procedures for accurate records.
- Liaised with different departments regarding supplier queries, resolving issues in timely and professional manner.
- Monitored cash flow forecasts in relation to accounts payable, advising on payment prioritisation.
- Logged employee expenses, cross-checking expense claims comply with expense policy.
- Examined financial records and statements for signs of fraud.
- Provided cover for team members, covering shifts to meet payroll deadlines.
- Inputted, verified and coded purchase orders, submitting large numbers of invoices within processing timeframes.
- Liaised with procurement and supply chain teams to verify invoice details and authorise payments.
- Supported wider accounts teams in processing expenses and reimbursements.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, preparing accruals and prepayments schedules.
- Assessed staff expense claims, charging to relevant departments for precise, timely processing.
- Chased approvers for unapproved overdue invoices, provided weekly reports highlighting outstanding invoices.
- Supported the finance manager in preparing for internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation.
- Archived financial documents within orderly systems for ease of use.
- Managed expense claim processing, verifying accuracy of claims and adherence to company policy.
- Enhanced accounts payable processes, leading to increased efficiency and minimised errors.
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement process improvements, enhancing efficiency in the accounts payable department.
- Streamlined invoice filing system, enhancing retrieval efficiency and supporting document management.
- Processed supplier invoices, posted accurately and to correct nominals.
- Uploaded invoices to Invoice Scanning (OCR) system and distributed to relevant approvers using Workflow software.
- Analysed accounts payable processes to identify cost-saving opportunities, contributing to budget management.
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Initial Rentokil
Dudley, West Midlands
03.1991 - 05.1996
- Monitored past due accounts and pursued collections on outstanding invoices, contributing to timely revenue recovery.
- Improved cash flow by implementing effective follow-up procedures for outstanding payments.
- Conducted monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations of accounts receivable ledgers with general ledger.
- Contributed to team meetings by providing insights and suggestions to optimise accounts receivable processes.
- Collated invoices, transaction records and accounting certificates.
- Investigated and resolved collections and billing disputes, enhancing customer relations and ensuring accurate financial records.
- Coordinated with the legal department on cases involving payment disputes and litigation.
- Monitored customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities.
- Charged expenses to accounts, analysing expense reports and reconciling against established budgets.
- Provided support to customers by answering billing inquiries, fostering positive relationships.
- Attended team meetings to discuss issues, priorities and outstanding accounts, improving department operations.
- Trained new staff on billing practices and company policies, ensuring team competency.
- Kept general ledger documents updated for accurate transaction records.
- Followed standard accounting procedures for accurate records.
- Communicated with clients, partners and internal departments to resolve issues and provide clarification on financial matters.
- Managed accounts receivable ledger, promptly identifying overdue accounts for follow-up.
- Managed electronic and paper filing systems for all billing documents, ensuring easy access and compliance.
- Negotiated with clients on payment plans and settlements, securing revenue while maintaining goodwill.
- Tracked and chased unsettled account balances, delivering reports and findings to management for informed decision-making.
- Settled debt and disbursement write-offs, completing related documentation in line with regulations.
- Collaborated with the sales team to resolve billing issues, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving queries regarding invoices and payments.
- Coordinated workflows and delegated tasks for bill checking, posting and credit note processes.
- Developed strong professional rapport with vendors and clients, fostering timely payments.
- Analysed each customer's payment patterns and history to identify potential future risks to cash flow.
Skills
- Invoice processing
- Supplier reconciliation
- Payment management
- Financial reporting
Interests
Accomplishments
- Implement a new payroll system
- Transition of weekly to a monthly payroll
- Volunteering at a local charity, organising fund raising events to enable the charity to have a new roof put on the building
- Oversaw programme to reduce paper waste, resulting in £[number] savings per year.
- Investigated, identified and reconciled account discrepancies totalling £[Number] in company savings.
- Streamlined workflow by consolidating lengthy processes and redundant documentation that resulted in more effective and timely completion of [Action].
Timeline
Accounts Payable Clerk
MiTek Industries Limited
05.1996 - 03.2026
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Initial Rentokil
03.1991 - 05.1996