Accounts Payable

Adecco UK; Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant in Colchester. This role involves maintaining financial accuracy and compliance, processing payments, and supporting financial reporting. Ideal for candidates with accounting knowledge and strong multitasking abilities, this position offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits.

Benefits

Candidate of the month incentives

Boost rewards - discount vouchers

Support programmes

Eye Care vouchers

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• A Level / Graduate standard or equivalent.
• Currently studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT or equivalent).
• Basic accounting experience through study, business, or practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist in timely and accurate payment processing.
• Manage daily accounts payable functions.
• Support with European bank reconciliations.

Skills

Multitasking

Prioritisation

Proficiency in IT packages

Education

A Level / Graduate standard or equivalent

Studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft

Sage

Datacor

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant

Location: Colchester

Pay: £12.21-£12.82ph + Holiday, Pension & Adecco Benefits

Contract Details: Temporary to Permanent - Full time Monday-Friday

Hours: 8am-4pm - 37.5 total hours per week

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey in the manufacturing and production industry? Our client is seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable Assistant to join their dynamic team in Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to make an impact!

As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will play a crucial role in maintaining financial accuracy and compliance. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, you will work collaboratively with colleagues to meet financial reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist in timely and accurate payment processing
2. Manage daily accounts payable functions
3. Support with European bank reconciliations
4. Maintain up-to-date supplier information
5. Aid in meeting VAT requirements for European operations
6. Verify changes in supplier banking details
7. Provide assistance during colleagues' absences

Qualifications:

1. A Level / Graduate standard, or equivalent
2. Currently studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT or equivalent)
3. Basic accounting experience, whether through study, business, or practice

Skills Needed:

1. Strong multitasking and prioritisation abilities
2. Proficiency in IT packages (Microsoft, Sage, Datacor, etc.)

Why work for Adecco?

1. Candidate of the month incentives
2. Boost rewards - discount vouchers and collect points to spend!
3. Support programmes
4. Eye Care vouchers
5. Competitive pension scheme

If you're enthusiastic about financial accuracy and ready to contribute to a thriving organisation, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in accounts payable!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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