Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organised Accounts Payable Assistant to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the accurate processing and timely payment of invoices across the Group, in line with their Financial Regulations and policies.
You’ll bring a proactive approach to streamlining processes, improving systems, and fostering clear communication with colleagues, suppliers, and contractors. With a strong understanding of the priorities and challenges within Finance, you’ll contribute to the smooth and efficient running of their operations.
If you’re organised, collaborative, and ready to add value to a dynamic finance team, they’d love to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
* Process high volumes of payments, to required standards and deadlines.
* Assist in the provision, maintenance, and development of appropriate computerised and administrative systems to ensure the provision of a quality payments service.
* Liaise with suppliers and users in all aspects relating to the receipt, checking, and payment of accounts, including supplier reconciliations.
* Check payments, which include the matching of invoices and the posting of additional items received against purchase orders, and promote automation.
* Assist the Accounts Payable Supervisor in the inputting of all data regarding invoice and services account payments to maintain the separation of duties required by the Group.
* Assist in the development and maintenance of the storage and retrieval of electronic and manual records and statistical information.
* Supplier reconciliations.
What they are looking for:
* GCSE level education or equivalent relevant training/experience.
* Evidence of and commitment to continual personal development.
* Experience of accounts payable, including but not limited to registering, matching invoices to POs, processing invoices for payment, dealing with supplier queries, and supplier reconciliations.
* Track record in implementing change in Financial services which contributes to achieving business goals.
* Evidence of coordinating and demonstrating the importance of value for money in everyday operations.
Interview Process:
* Candidates will undergo in-person interviews, consisting of a competency-based interview.
Additional Information:
Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed:
* Right to work verification.
* Qualification certificate check.
* 2x Completed references.
* OH Health Questionnaire – Fit For Work.
* DBS check (if required for role).
* Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C’s.
Please note, we reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
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