Accounts Payable

ACCA Careers; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers in the UK is seeking an Accounts Payable professional for an Aylesford-based role. You will process supplier invoices, match them to purchase orders and receipts, and keep accurate records to support the accounting team.

This permanent position offers a salary of £27,000–£33,000 depending on experience, with chances to develop within the accounting and finance department in a retail environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills for liaising with suppliers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and on time.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare payment runs in line with company policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of accounts payable transactions.
• Respond to supplier inquiries and resolve payment issues promptly.
• Assist with month-end tasks, including reporting and reconciliations.
• Support the accountancy team with general administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Accounts payable experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

The Accounts Payable role in Aylesford within the retail industry focuses on managing the day-to-day processing of supplier invoices and payments to ensure smooth financial operations. You'll play a key part in maintaining accurate records and supporting the accounting team with essential administrative tasks.

Client Details

A company in the retail industry, based in Aylesford

Description

• Process supplier invoices accurately and on time.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare payment runs in line with company policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of accounts payable transactions.
• Respond to supplier inquiries and resolve payment issues promptly.
• Assist with month-end tasks, including reporting and reconciliations.
• Support the accountancy team with general administrative duties as needed.

A Successful Accounts Payable Should Have

• Experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills for liaising with suppliers and team members.

Job Offer

• Salary between £27,000 and £33,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position in the retail industry.
• Opportunities to develop within the accounting and finance department.