Accounts Assistant - Temp to Perm

Confidential; Warrington; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Warrington is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join the busy finance team on an initial temporary basis with a view to permanency for the right person. This fully office-based role focuses on processing high volumes of supplier invoices, PO matching, and supporting the purchase ledger function.

Ideal candidates will have transactional finance experience, be comfortable with scanning/workflow systems, and demonstrate excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• This role requires experience in transactional finance and accounts payable.
• Experience in processing high volumes of supplier invoices is preferred.
• Familiar with electronic invoice scanning/workflow systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy is essential.
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities are important.
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads efficiently.
• Available to start at short notice if required.

Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Managing electronic invoice scanning and processing systems.
• Resolving invoice queries with suppliers and internal departments.
• Reconciling supplier statements.
• Preparing and assisting with payment runs.
• Maintaining accurate supplier records and account information.
• Supporting month-end purchase ledger activities.
• Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.
• Providing general support to the wider finance team.

Skills

Accounts payable

Transactional finance

High volume invoicing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent working

Short notice availability

Tools

Invoice scanning software

Job description

Warrington
c£27,000
Temporary Contract with a view to going Permanent for the right person
Fully Office-Based

We are currently recruiting for Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team on an initial temporary basis with a view to it becoming permanent for the right person.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced purchase ledger professionals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are confident managing high volumes of invoices.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
• Managing electronic invoice scanning and processing systems
• Resolving invoice queries with suppliers and internal departments
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Preparing and assisting with payment runs
• Maintaining accurate supplier records and account information
• Supporting month-end purchase ledger activities
• Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies
• Providing general support to the wider finance team

About You

• Previous transactional finance experience is desired
• Experience processing high volumes of invoices
• Familiar with electronic invoice scanning/workflow systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and manage workloads effectively
• Available to start at short notice