Accounts Payable Assistant - 12 Month FTC - Hybrid

Hybrid Working (3 days office / 2 days remote)

Up to £36,000 + Flexible Working Hours

35-hour working week

We are working exclusively with a prestigious education and membership organisation to recruit an Accounts Payable Assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a collaborative culture and a highly regarded finance team. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, you will play a key role in a busy transactional finance function, ensuring payments are processed accurately and efficiently while delivering a high level of service to both internal and external stakeholders

This role would suit an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to join a respected organisation offering a flexible hybrid working environment, excellent team culture and a genuine opportunity to add value.

Due to the immediate requirement, applicants available immediately or on a short notice period will be particularly welcomed.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Processing high volumes of purchase ledger invoices and credit notes


• Managing weekly payment runs and associated payment queries


• Processing expenses and reimbursements


• Responding to supplier and stakeholder queries via phone and email


• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies


• Processing foreign currency payments


• Maintaining supplier and ledger records


• Supporting monthly reporting and payment performance analysis


• Assisting with finance system improvements, testing and process enhancements


• Providing support across the wider accounts payable function as required

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience within an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or Accounts Assistant position


• Strong understanding of purchase ledger processes and controls


• Experience processing high volumes of invoices accurately and efficiently


• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills


• Good Excel skills, including formatting and basic formulae


• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders


• A proactive approach and willingness to support the wider finance team

It would be advantageous (but not essential) if you have:

• Experience using Unit4 / Agresso


• Previous public sector, education, charity or not-for-profit sector experience


• Exposure to foreign currency payments

To apply, please submit your CV for immediate consideration. Due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to every candidate. If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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