via reed · 28 May 2026 ·9 days ago

Accounts Payable Assistant

Recruitment Solutions (North West) Ltd
Burscough Full-time GBP 25,000 – 26,700
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join a busy and supportive finance team within a well-established business. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is looking to develop their finance career within a collaborative team.

Benefits • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

  • Pension scheme with matched contributions

  • Health plan and access to a digital GP

  • High street discounts and employee benefits

  • Supportive team environment with development opportunities

Key Responsibilities for an Accounts Payable Assistant: • Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
  • Investigating and resolving 3-way match discrepancies

  • Managing invoice queries including pricing and quantity differences

  • Reconciling supplier statements and maintaining accurate records

  • Supporting payment runs to ensure suppliers are paid on time

  • Liaising with suppliers and internal departments to resolve queries promptly

  • Assisting with general accounts payable administration as required

What we need from you as an Accounts Payable Assistant: • Minimum of 2 years’ experience within an Accounts Payable role
  • Strong experience carrying out supplier reconciliations using Excel

  • Good understanding of purchase orders and 3-way matching processes

  • Confident communicator with excellent problem-solving skills

  • Well organised, proactive, and able to manage workload effectively

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Disclaimer

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application for the currently advertised position unsuccessful. However, we may contact you regarding other suitable roles. We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role. Recruitment Solutions (NW) LTD operates as an employment agency for both permanent recruitment and temporary placements.

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