Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable | £ | Permanent, hybrid | Northwich

Our client is a well-established organisation with an excellent reputation in its sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to strengthen their finance team with the appointment of an Accounts Payable Assistant who will play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and efficiency of the purchase ledger function.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive finance team where you'll gain exposure to a wide range of accounting responsibilities and contribute to the ongoing development of financial processes and controls.

Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day purchase ledger process while supporting wider finance activities across the business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Setting up and maintaining supplier accounts within the ERP system


• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently


• Ensuring invoices are correctly authorised, coded and matched to purchase orders


• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving account discrepancies


• Reviewing GRNI balances, aged purchase orders and prepayment accounts


• Processing employee expenses and company credit card transactions


• Preparing supplier payment runs and supporting BACS payments


• Setting up and maintaining payment information within banking platforms and ERP systems


• Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve invoice queries


• Supporting month-end processes and maintaining accurate accounting records


• Ensuring all finance documentation and correspondence is filed and maintained appropriately


• Assisting with ad-hoc finance and administration projects as required

• Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger position


• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence using ERP/accounting systems


• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills


• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business


• A proactive and methodical approach to problem-solving


• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment


• A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider finance team

• £ salary


• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays


• Hybrid and flexible working


• Opportunity to join a growing and successful business


• Supportive and collaborative team environment


• Exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities


• Ongoing training and development opportunities


• Long-term career progression prospects

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