Accounts Payable Assistant

Copart Uk; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and finance solutions provider in Bedford is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to support the Accounts Payable team. The role requires minimum 1 year of experience and expertise in Microsoft Excel. Candidates will handle invoices and payment processing while liaising with suppliers and maintaining records. Competitive benefits include 23 days of holiday, healthcare plans, and pension schemes.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Paid day to volunteer

Exclusive discounts on purchases

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Contributory workplace pension

Life Assurance

Discounted shares in the company

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year's experience in a similar role.
• Excellent customer focus or client-facing experience.
• Detail oriented with experience in financial or data entry function.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Accounts Payable team with the day-to-day running of the AP Functions.
• Processing invoices and payments to agreed procedures.
• Liaising with suppliers on a day-to-day basis.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Excellent interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Customer focus

Analytical mindset

Tools

JD Edwards

Expensewatch

Job description

Copart are currently recruiting an Accounts Payable Assistant to work within our Accounts Payable Team at our Head Office in Wootton, Beds MK43 9EJ.

As the Accounts Payable Assistant you will work as an integral part of the Accounts Payable team, processing invoices and payments to agreed procedures, within set timescales. You will liaise with suppliers on a day-to-day basis and provide support to the Accounts Payable Supervisor where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Accounts Payable team with the day to day running of the AP Functions
• Checking that relevant authorisation is obtained for the payment of invoices
• Pursuing non-authorised invoices and maintaining excel records
• Code, batch and input invoices to Expensewatch or JD Edwards
• Emailing non PO invoices to relevant operating centres
• Maintaining and updating databases of UK Vendors
• Processing direct debits, standing orders and BACS payments
• Maintaining Supplier Statement Reconciliations on a timely basis
• Processing payment runs
• Liaising with stakeholders across multiple sites
• Developing and maintaining effective relationships with suppliers and resolving queries promptly
• Other ad‑hoc duties as and when required

What we need from you

• Minimum of 1 years' experience in a similar role
• Experience of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Detail orientated, with experience in a financial or data entry function
• Excellent customer focus or client faced experience
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A positive, analytical, can‑do approach

What we offer you in return

• Time For You: Relax with 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day for a personal special occasion.
• Give Back: Receive a paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our deals hub for savings on everyday purchases and family activities.
• Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan, allowing you to claim cash back on a range of healthcare products and services including dental, optical, chiropody, and specialist consultations, tests, and scans and Virtual GP access.
• Fitness & Health: Save money while commuting with our Cycle to Work Scheme and access fitness videos and gym discounts.
• Your Future: Join our contributory workplace pension scheme for financial security.
• Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind with our life insurance coverage.
• Investment: Purchase shares in our global company at a discounted rate.

Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.