Accounts Payable

Accountancy Action; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Accountancy Action is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join a busy finance team in Hemel Hempstead on a temporary basis. You will handle high volumes of supplier invoices, match them to purchase orders, and resolve discrepancies to ensure timely payments.

The role requires confidence in processing supplier invoices, reconciling statements and supporting month-end procedures. You will work closely with the wider finance team and maintain accurate supplier records.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger.
• Confident processing supplier invoices and reconciling statements.
• Strong understanding of purchase ledger processes.
• Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Comfortable investigating discrepancies and supplier queries.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices with accuracy and authorisation.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery documents.
• Investigate discrepancies, price differences and missing information.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries.
• Manage supplier accounts and respond to payment/invoice enquiries.
• Prepare supplier payment runs and assist with processing.
• Post invoices, credit notes and adjustments in the finance system.
• Support month-end with reconciliations and accruals.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and documentation.
• Provide general support to the wider finance team as required.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Invoice processing

Supplier reconciliation

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Independent working

Tools

Excel

Job description

Accounts Payable Assistant - Temporary

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Contract: Temporary

We are recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join a busy finance team in Hemel Hempstead on a temporary basis.

This is a hands‑on transactional finance role, supporting the day to day running of the purchase ledger and ensuring supplier invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.

The Role

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and correct authorisation.
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery documentation.
• Investigating invoice discrepancies, price differences and missing information.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving outstanding queries.
• Managing supplier accounts and responding to payment and invoice enquiries.
• Preparing supplier payment runs and assisting with payment processing.
• Posting invoices, credit notes and adjustments onto the finance system.
• Supporting month‑end procedures, including purchase ledger reconciliations and accruals.
• Maintaining accurate supplier records and ensuring invoices are properly documented.
• Providing general support to the wider finance team when required.

About You

• Previous experience working within a busy Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger function.
• Confident processing supplier invoices and reconciling supplier statements.
• Good understanding of purchase ledger processes.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Comfortable investigating discrepancies and dealing with supplier queries.
• Confident using Excel and finance systems.
• Able to work independently, manage workloads and meet deadlines.
• Available to start a temporary assignment at short notice.

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity for an immediately available Accounts Payable professional looking to join a busy finance team and make an immediate contribution.