Accountancy Action
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join a busy finance team on a temporary basis. This role will support the accounts payable function, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and payments are made in accordance with agreed terms.
The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast paced environment, managing multiple priorities and building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Process supplier invoices accurately and within agreed timelines
- Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation where applicable
- Reconcile supplier statements and investigate any discrepancies
- Prepare and process payment runs
- Set up and maintain supplier accounts, ensuring all records remain accurate and up to date
- Respond to supplier queries and resolve issues promptly
- Liaise with budget holders and internal departments to obtain invoice approvals
- Process employee expenses in line with company policy
- Assist with month end activities, including reconciliations and accruals
- Provide support for audit requests and finance reporting requirements
- Monitor shared finance inboxes and ensure queries are actioned efficiently
- Maintain strong financial controls and adherence to company procedures
- Skills and Experience Required
- Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role
- Experience processing a high volume of invoices
- Strong reconciliation skills and excellent attention to detail
- Experience using finance systems and ERP platforms
- Good Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables and data analysis
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across the business
- Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines
Desirable Experience
- Experience working within a multi currency environment
- Exposure to international supplier payments and foreign exchange transactions
- Experience working with purchase order processes and approval workflows
- Knowledge of VAT treatment and invoice compliance requirements
- Experience supporting month end close activities
- Experience using systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics 365, Xero or similar finance platforms
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