Accounts payable

Michael Page; Slough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Michael Page in Slough is seeking a temporary Accounts Payable specialist to process invoices and manage payments within the industrial and manufacturing sector. You will support the accounting team and help ensure financial transactions are accurate and up to date.

The role requires experience in high-volume invoice processing, excellent attention to detail, and strong Excel skills. It offers a temporary contract in a dynamic manufacturing environment in Slough.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
• Good knowledge of accounting systems and processes.
• Experience in high volume invoice processing.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and process payment runs, including BACS and cheque payments.
• Maintain accurate records of accounts payable transactions.
• Communicate with suppliers to handle queries and payment issues.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assist with financial reporting and analysis as needed.
• Work closely with the wider accounting team to improve processes.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This temporary Accounts Payable role in Slough involves processing invoices, managing payments, and supporting the accounting team to keep operations running smoothly. You'll play a key part in ensuring the company's financial transactions are accurate and up to date in the industrial and manufacturing sector.

Client Details

A company in the industrial and manufacturing sector based in Slough.

Description

• Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and process payment runs, including BACS and cheque payments.
• Maintain accurate records of accounts payable transactions.
• Communicate with suppliers to handle queries and payment issues.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assist with financial reporting and analysis as needed.
• Work closely with the wider accounting team to improve processes.

Profile

A successful Accounts Payable professional should have:

• Experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
• Good knowledge of accounting systems and processes.
• Experience in high volume invoice processing.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Job Offer

• Hourly rate between £16.00 and £20.00, dependent on the level of experience.
• Temporary contract offering flexibility.
• Opportunity to work in the industrial and manufacturing sector in Slough.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.