Accounts Payable / Accounts Assistant

Accountancy Action; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Accountancy Action is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our team in a hands-on role focusing on end-to-end Accounts Payable processes. You will also support other accounting duties such as bank reconciliations and assisting the wider Finance team.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a good working knowledge of Excel and adaptability to evolving automated finance processes. This position offers a collaborative environment where you can add value and grow within the team.

Responsibilities

• Coding and processing of purchase invoices and expenses
• Liaising with suppliers and internal parties to resolve queries
• Supplier statement reconciliations and resolving any discrepancies
• Ensuring that invoices are authorised for payment
• Processing payment runs
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and controls
• Daily bank reconciliations
• Month end close
• Ad-hoc support on Accounts Receivable

Job description

My client is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join their team. This is an integral role that requires a highly capable individual who can take ownership of the end to end Accounts Payable process. You will also be responsible for carrying out other accounting duties such as bank reconciliations and supporting the wider Finance team.

The successful candidate will enjoy working in a hands‑on environment with an adaptable and flexible approach to business requirements. You will demonstrate good working knowledge of Excel coupled with automated finance processes.

Key duties & responsibilities:

• Coding and processing of purchase invoices and expenses
• Liaising with suppliers and internal parties to resolve queries
• Supplier statement reconciliations and resolving any discrepancies
• Ensuring that invoices are authorised for payment
• Processing payment runs
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and controls
• Daily bank reconciliations
• Month end close
• Ad-hoc support on Accounts Receivable

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business where you'll be integral part of a collaborative finance team where you can add value and make a real difference.