30hrs Accounts Payable Assistant

Michael Page; Morley; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Part-time Accounts Payable Assistant to join their client in Morley, England. This permanent role offers a competitive salary between £26,500 - £28,500 (pro rata) with flexible working arrangements, including 2 days on-site and 3 days from home. Ideal candidates should have previous experience in accounts payable and proficiency in Excel and SAP software.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Study support for further qualifications

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts payable or similar roles.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication skills for liaising with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure prompt and accurate payments to global vendors.
• Manage high-volume supplier invoices using SAP.
• Verify and reconcile supplier statements received by email.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Independence

Motivation

Tools

SAP software

Excel

Job description

Client Details

Michael Page are actively partnering with a client who are searching for a Part time (30 hours) Accounts Payable Assistant to join their team in East Leeds on a permanent basis. My client is looking for a progressive profile with a top work ethic and attention to detail. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for flexible working and 30 hours a week ideally spread over 5 days. Perfect for candidates with pick up and drop off commitments! My client is a prominent player in the industry, and prides themselves on providing top quality training and nurturing a great company culture!

Description

• Ensure prompt and accurate payments to global vendors in local currencies each week, ensuring payments are made on time to maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Manage high-volume (150+ per day) and value processing of supplier invoices in an accurate and timely manner on SAP software. Efficiently answer queries with suppliers and colleagues in relation to invoices.
• Manually verify and reconcile supplier statements received by email against the vendor account in SAP, to maintain accurate financial records.
• Compile and send key reports such as VAT returns, aged creditors. Compile and send parked items report to all employees to ensure queries are dealt with effectively to ensure invoices are paid on time.
• Monitor the shared inbox daily, which can involve up to 100 emails per day.

Profile

A successful Accounts Payable Assistant should have:

• Previous experience in a similar accounts payable, accounts apprentice, accounts assistant position
• Working knowledge of excel
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams.
• The ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Motivated, enthusiastic and wanting to develop
• Ambitious to complete AAT levels!

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from 26,500 - 28,500 (pro rata)
• Flexible working arrangement: 2 days on-site, 3 days from home after training
• Permanent, part-time position with a 30-hour work week spread over 5 days
• Study support in further accounting qualifications!
• Flexible start and finish times!

If you are looking to continue progressing in your finance career, whilst having a role that can provide flexibility, hybrid working and 30 hours a week, please apply below!