Accounts Assistant

BMSI; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance (BUPA)

Life assurance (4x annual salary)

25 days annual leave + 5 days

CycleScheme up to £5,000

Discounted gym membership

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

BMSI is looking for an organised Accounts Payable Assistant to join our Finance team at our Daresbury office. You will manage high volumes of invoices, process supplier and subcontractor bills, and support payment runs in a fast-paced environment.

There is hybrid working available (up to 2 days from home once fully trained). The role offers development opportunities within a leading Building Management Systems company in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role.
• Ability to process high volumes of invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Sage experience is preferred but not essential.
• Good understanding of invoice processing and supplier account reconciliations.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and other business systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Organised and able to manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships.
• Proactive in resolving queries and supporting colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of supplier invoices and enter invoices against purchase orders in Sage.
• Process subcontractor invoices and ensure CIS compliance.
• Assist with bi-weekly payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Reconcile company credit card accounts.
• Act as a key contact for suppliers regarding invoices and payments.
• Liaise with colleagues to ensure invoices are registered and approved.
• Ensure invoices are coded, authorised and paid within timescales.
• Manage invoice approval workflows and authorisation limits.
• Investigate pricing, delivery and invoice discrepancies with internal/external stakeholders.
• Provide holiday cover for staff expense review and payment processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support the wider Finance team.

Skills

Purchase ledger

Accounts payable

High volume invoices

Sage experience

Attention to detail

Organisation

Communication skills

Tools

Sage

Job description

Looking for an Accounts Payable role where your contribution will be valued?

At BMSI, you'll join a friendly and supportive Finance team within one of the UK's leading Building Management Systems (BMS) companies. As part of a growing business, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our Accounts Payable function while having the opportunity to develop your skills and build a long-term career.

Based at our fully refurbished Daresbury office, you'll enjoy a modern, professional working environment. Once fully trained, you'll also have the flexibility to work up to two days per week from home.

We're looking for an organised and detail-focused Accounts Payable Assistant who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work. If you enjoy problem-solving, building relationships and being part of a collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

Working within our Finance team, you'll be responsible for:

• Processing a high volume of supplier invoices, electronically matching and entering invoices against purchase orders in Sage.
• Processing subcontractor invoices and ensuring compliance with CIS guidelines.
• Assisting with the preparation of bi-weekly payment runs.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies.
• Reconciling company credit card accounts.
• Acting as a key point of contact for suppliers regarding invoice and payment queries.
• Liaising with colleagues across the business to ensure invoices are correctly registered and approved.
• Ensuring invoices are accurately coded, authorised and paid within agreed timescales.
• Managing invoice approval workflows and ensuring compliance with authorisation limits.
• Investigating and resolving pricing, delivery and invoice discrepancies with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Providing holiday cover for staff expense review and payment processes.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the wider Finance team with ad hoc duties as required.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working within a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role.
• Has experience processing high volumes of invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Has Sage experience (preferred but not essential).
• Has a good understanding of invoice processing and supplier account reconciliations.
• Is confident using Microsoft Office and other business systems.
• Has excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Is organised and able to manage competing priorities.
• Has strong communication skills and enjoys building positive working relationships.
• Takes a proactive approach to resolving queries and identifying solutions.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and supporting colleagues when needed.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week.
• Flexible start time between 8:00am and 9:00am.
• 30-minute lunch break.
• Hybrid working available (up to 2 days from home once fully trained).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, based on experience.
• Team bonus scheme paid annually, performance dependent.
• 6% employer pension contribution.
• Private medical insurance (BUPA).
• Life assurance (4x annual salary).
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
• CycleScheme up to £5,000.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

Why Join BMSI?

At BMSI, we recognise that great people are key to our success. You'll join a business that values teamwork, development and continuous improvement, giving you the opportunity to grow your skills while making a real contribution to the Finance team.

Ready to take the next step in your finance career? We'd love to hear from you.

BMSI is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.