Accounts Payable Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing startup in Milton Keynes seeks a dedicated Accounts Payable Administrator to join their team in Northampton. This hybrid role involves managing the purchase ledger, processing payroll, and ensuring timely payments while liaising with the wider business. Candidates should have an AAT Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience, with excellent communication skills and familiarity with tools such as Xero.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in purchase ledger or as an accounts assistant.
• Excellent communication skills, effective with non-accountants.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchase ledger, including processing invoices.
• Ensure timely payment processing and respond to finance inquiries.
• Process monthly payroll for approximately 30 employees.

Skills

Communication

Excel

Education

AAT Level 2 or equivalent experience

Tools

Xero

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Accounts Payable Administrator, Northampton

Client:

JSS Search

Location:

Northampton, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

Job Description:

We are supporting a rapidly growing startup based in Milton Keynes, looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their high-performing team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic business experiencing year-on-year growth.

You will:

• Manage the purchase ledger, including processing invoices and checking amounts against data in Excel.
• Liaise with the wider business to resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure timely payment processing and respond to finance inquiries.
• Provide ad-hoc analysis as needed.
• Reconcile purchase ledger accounts and chase overpayments.
• Ensure invoice authorization and process invoices on Xero.
• Make payments on time and reconcile accounts regularly.
• Process monthly payroll for approximately 30 employees and reconcile with HMRC.
• Post daily payments in Xero and assist with audit queries.

You have:

• An AAT Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience in purchase ledger or as an accounts assistant.
• Excellent communication skills, effective with non-accountants.
• Experience in the healthcare sector is preferred but not essential.

This role is hybrid, requiring 4 days per week in the office.

For more information, please click to apply or contact me at [emailprotected] for a confidential discussion.