Accounts Payable Assistant

Michael Page; Ashton-under-Lyne; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

2 days in Ashton office

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant on a 12-month contract based in Ashton-under-Lyne. The role is hybrid, with 2 days per week in the Ashton office and 3 days remote, supporting the accounting and finance team in the technology and telecoms sector.

Key duties include processing invoices in SAP, reconciling statements, assisting month-end, and maintaining supplier records while ensuring timely payments and policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable
• Experience with SAP system
• Able to commit to a 12-month contract
• Willing to commute to Ashton-Under-Lyne 2 days per week

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and timely
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies
• Support month-end processes with reports and data
• Maintain records of financial transactions and supplier accounts
• Respond to supplier queries and resolve payment issues
• Assist in improving AP processes and workflows
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth financial operations
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations

Skills

Accounts Payable

Attention to detail

SAP

Tools

SAP

Job description

As a Accounts Payable Assistant on a 12-month contract, you'll play a key role in managing and processing supplier invoices to ensure smooth financial operations. Based in Ashton Manchester, this role focuses on supporting the accounting and finance department within the technology and telecoms industry.

Client Details

This company have a well know brand name and are a highly sought after organisation to work for. They are currently going through and exciting period of investment and transformation making it an excellent time to join the company. They are located in luxury offices in Ashton-Under-Lyne.

Description

The Accounts Payable Assistant role is initially a 12 month contract and will be hybrid- 2 days per week in Ashton office in Manchester/3 remote. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager key duties will include:

• Using SAP system
• Accurately process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Support month-end processes by preparing reports and providing necessary data.
• Maintain accurate records of financial transactions and supplier accounts.
• Respond to supplier queries and resolve any payment-related issues.
• Assist in the implementation and improvement of accounts payable processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth financial workflows.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations.

Profile

In order to apply for the role you should:

Have previous experience in Accounts Payable

Must have previous experience with SAP system

Be able to consider a 12 month contract role initially

Be able to commute 2 days per week to Ashton-Under-Lyne office

Job Offer

Opportunity to join growing company

Opportunity for role to be extended

Hybrid working-2 days in Ashton office/3 remote