Accounts Assistant

Bytes; Fetcham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bytes is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant on a 6-month fixed term contract based in the United Kingdom. You will process daily payments, assist with expense processing, and support card reconciliations as part of the Payments Team.

The role requires accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with colleagues across the finance function.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance, accounts payable, payments, or administrative role.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing demands.
• Ability to work through ambiguity while maintaining high standards.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Process daily payments accurately and efficiently.
• Support employee expense processing and reporting.
• Assist with company credit card administration and reconciliations.
• Provide invoice processing support to Account Handlers.
• Complete statement reconciliations and general finance administration tasks.
• Develop a strong understanding of finance processes and systems.
• Become a trusted and dependable member of the Payments Team, supporting wider finance activities as required.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

ZoneCapture

OCR scanning systems

Invoice automation tools

Job description

About the job

Accounts Payable Assistant

6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Why this role matters

As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and accurate processing of financial transactions across the business. Your support will help maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensure colleagues are reimbursed efficiently, and contribute to the effective running of the wider finance function.

Mission

To provide reliable, accurate and timely support to the Payments Team by managing financial administration, processing payments, and maintaining high standards of accuracy across accounts payable activities.

What you'll deliver:

• Process daily payments accurately and efficiently.
• Support employee expense processing and reporting.
• Assist with company credit card administration and reconciliations.
• Provide invoice processing support to Account Handlers.
• Complete statement reconciliations and general finance administration tasks.
• Develop a strong understanding of finance processes and systems.
• Become a trusted and dependable member of the Payments Team, supporting wider finance activities as required.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience within a finance, accounts payable, payments, or administrative role.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing demands.
• Ability to work through ambiguity while maintaining high standards.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to work.
• A positive attitude and collaborative mindset, with a willingness to support teammates when needed.

Desirable experience:

• Oracle NetSuite
• ZoneCapture
• OCR scanning systems
• Invoice automation tools

Why Bytes

At Bytes, you'll join a collaborative and supportive environment where people are encouraged to contribute, develop, and make an impact. We value teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement, giving our employees the opportunity to build their skills while supporting some of the UK's leading organisations with their technology needs.