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Accounts Payable Assistant

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Essex Full-time
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Your new company
An established organisation located in the Thurrock area, within commuting distance of Rainham, Gray and Ockendon regions, my client is seeking a detail-orientated Accounts Payable Assistant to join their team.
Your new role
Working as part of a friendly and professional accounts payable team, key duties will include:

  • Processing and coding purchase invoices

  • Query investigation and resolution

  • Supplier updates and database maintenance

  • Statement reconciliations

  • Preparing weekly payment runs

  • Assist with creditor reporting

  • Assist with internal and external audit queries

  • Attend monthly meetings with AP Manager to review reconciliations and aged creditor reports

What you'll need to succeed
You will have experience of accounts payable duties as part of your core role or having supported the accounts function. A confident approach to learning new systems and processes will be key.

What you'll get in return
You will be joining a professional, friendly and relaxed Accounts Payable team. This role could suit an individual looking to build on their accounting experience or an individual who is looking for a stable Accounts Payable role. Benefits include hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day home), AAT study support and flexible start and finish times (37.5 hours per week). Onsite parking.


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