Accounts Payable Assistant

Forge Talent; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Bolton is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their growing finance team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, with responsibilities including managing the AP ledger and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience and a strong knowledge of financial systems and Excel.

Benefits

Company social events

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk.
• Experience managing a high-volume AP ledger.
• In-depth understanding of accounts payable processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all areas of the AP ledger, including processing bills.
• Ensure compliance on POs and reconcile statements.
• Manage the creditor ledger and oversee the accounts payable inbox.

Skills

Proficiency in financial systems

Strong knowledge of Excel

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage workload

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Full Job Description

Accounts Payable Assistant

Salary: Up to £30,000 (Dependent on experience)

Forge Talent is partnering with a leading professional services firm in Bolton to recruit an Accounts Payable Assistant for their growing finance team. This newly created role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoys refining processes within an expanding team.

If you're someone who seeks constant growth, loves tackling challenges, and wants to be part of a rapidly growing business, this is your chance to make an impact.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist with all areas of the AP ledger, including processing bills
• Ensure compliance on POs and reconcile statements
• Maintain accurate financial records to support audit and compliance functions
• Manage the creditor ledger
• Oversee the accounts payable inbox, handle inquiries, and resolve issues efficiently
• Ensure timely payment of outstanding balances
• Provide ad-hoc reports as needed
• Monthly bank reconciliation

Experience:

• 2+ years’ experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk
• Previous experience managing a high-volume, efficient, and accurate AP ledger
• Proficiency in financial systems, including ERP platforms and invoice processing tools
• Strong knowledge of Excel (Pivot tables and formulas)
• In-depth understanding of accounts payable processes
• Experience working in a rapidly growing business
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage own workload and time effectively
• Aiming to grow and advance in an Accounts Payable career

What’s on Offer:

• Up to £30,000 (Dependent on experience)
• Company social events

This role is ideal for someone with a solid background in Accounts Payable who wants to join a company that values and invests in their team.