via Reed · 15 September 2026 ·7 days ago

Accounts Payable Assistant

Reed
Central London Contract GBP 29,250 – 35,002
This listing is from Reed
View original listing ↗

Accounts Payable Assistant (Temp)

Location: Central London

Contract: Temporary

Hours: Full-time, 8am-5pm, office-based

I'm currently recruiting for a Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant to join a leading construction business in Central London. This role would suit an experienced AP professional who can hit the ground running in a fast-paced, high-volume, multi-entity environment.

Key responsibilities:

  • Processing high volumes of purchase invoices.

  • Matching invoices to purchase orders and GRNs.

  • Supplier statement reconciliations and query resolution.

  • Maintaining accurate purchase ledger records.

  • Assisting with payment runs.

  • Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.

  • Ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.

  • Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties.

What we're looking for:
  • Proven Accounts Payable experience within a high-volume environment.

  • Construction sector experience is advantageous, although candidates from other multi-entity businesses will also be considered.

  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

  • Ability to work to deadlines and manage a busy workload.

  • Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with supplier queries.

  • A proactive approach and the ability to work independently.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced AP professional looking for their next temporary assignment with a growing and well-established business.

The market for this type of role

Similar openings
9
Administration roles in Central London
Full-time
80%
of Administration roles in the UK
Remote possible
1%
of Administration roles
Reed

200 open positions · Aberdeen, Abingdon, Altrincham, Andover, Ashford +126

📊 Administration · the UK
4,414
active jobs
3.4%
Remote
Ø 1d
avg. online
Top skills in demand
ExcelERPISOSAPBudgetCRMKPILeanAgileGDPR

Frequently asked questions

How many Administration jobs are available in Central London?
Currently 9 Administration roles in Central London on AlmostHired, across 3 different companies. Our data is updated daily.
Do Administration roles offer remote work?
1% of Administration roles in the UK allow remote work, either partial or full. To filter specifically for remote positions, use AlmostHired.
How do I know if I match this role?
Upload your CV — our AI compares your profile to the job requirements and gives you a precise match score, with matching and missing skills.