Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable Assistant

• Location: Hybrid Working after initial training on their system (3 days in and 2 from home)


• Job Type: Full-time, temporary role.


• Hours: 37.5 hours per week


• Length of Assignment: 2 months initially


• Hourly rate: £15.38- £16.41 per hour PAYE or £19.52- £20.86 per hour via and umbrella company.

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to join our busy Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and numerical skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and delivering a high standard of service.
Day-to-day of the role:

• Process purchase and stock invoices, ensuring accurate three-way matching against purchase orders and goods received notes.


• Maintain a prompt turnaround from receipt of invoice to system entry and approval.


• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.


• Request missing invoices and credit notes where required.


• Respond to supplier queries and issue remittance advice.


• Ensure invoices and supporting documentation are accurately filed and retained in line with company procedures.


• Support the Accounts Payable Manager with ad hoc finance and administrative tasks.


• Assist with post handling, scanning, and document distribution.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.


• Excellent numerical and analytical abilities.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• A highly organised approach with the ability to prioritise and multitask.


• The ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.


• Previous accounts payable or accounting experience


• Experience within a retail environment (preferred).


• Experience using Netsuite or an ERP system.

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