Role: Accounts Assistant (Accounts Payable)
Package: Up to £28,000
Location: Trafford Park – Office based
Start Date: ASAP
Talent Accountancy & Finance are looking for a dependable and proactive Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team in a fully office-based role.
The ideal candidate will be reliable, willing to learn, and keen to build a long-term career in finance.
The basic salary for this role is up to £28k & is based out of the office in Trafford Park (M17).
The Role
Key responsibilities:
Accounts Payable:
* Processing a high volume of purchase invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
* Matching, batching, and coding invoices.
* Managing the purchase ledger and ensuring all supplier records are up to date.
* Preparing payment runs (BACS, CHAPS) and ensuring approvals are in place.
* Resolving supplier queries and reconciling supplier statements.
* Liaising with suppliers regarding payment dates, invoice discrepancies, and remittance advice.
* Supporting month-end AP close procedures and reconciliations.
General Finance Support:
* Assisting with daily bank reconciliations.
* Support with month end processes and journals when required
* Supporting with petty cash, staff expenses, and company credit card reconciliations.
* Assisting with internal reporting requirements.
* Supporting wider finance team as required during peak times
The Person
We are looking for someone reliable, willing to learn, and keen to build a long-term career in finance.
No formal qualifications are required, but a strong work ethic and attention to detail are essential.
This is a key support position in the accounts payable function, ensuring smooth day-to-day processing of supplier invoices, supplier management and supporting the wider accounts team.
If some of the below sounds like you then please get in touch!
* Experience in an accounts payable or general finance role.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Reliable and punctual, with a strong sense of personal accountability.
* Comfortable working full-time from the office.
* Good communication skills - both written and verbal.
* Familiarity with accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, or similar).
* Intermediate Excel skills (e.g. basic formulas, sorting/filtering).
* Willingness to assist with tasks beyond job description during busy periods