Accounts Payable Assistant

Matthew Clark; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drinks distributor in Bristol is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant for a 6-month fixed term contract. The role involves processing invoices and maintaining accurate accounts payable records in a supportive team environment. Candidates should have accounts payable experience, strong Excel skills, and excellent attention to detail. Opportunities for career development are provided in this dynamic position.

Qualifications

• Preferably have experience in accounts payable within a multi-site organization.
• Familiarity with JD Edwards is advantageous but not essential.
• Must have excellent numerical ability for monetary calculations.

Responsibilities

• Match invoices to purchase orders using SoftCo.
• Resolve queries from suppliers promptly.
• Prioritize and reconcile supplier accounts efficiently.
• Maintain best practices for accounts payable processes.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Advanced Excel knowledge

Strong numerical skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Time-management skills

Tools

JD Edwards

SoftCo

Job description

6 month Fixed Term Contract + 2 days per week in the Bristol office – Tuesday plus either Monday or Wednesday. As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will report to the Accounts Payable Team Leader and work closely with a team that processes approximately 16,000 invoices per month. You will be part of a passionate and supportive team that has recently upgraded its system using JD Edwards and SoftCo. Any experience with either system (or similar) would be advantageous. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their career with a business that supports and guides employees in career development.

Responsibilities

• Match invoices to the correct purchase order on our SoftCo system
• Resolve query requests
• Prioritise work with a large volume of suppliers and reconciliations in a fast‑paced environment
• Answer queries from suppliers and other business departments about accounts payable or payments made
• Request statements from suppliers who do not provide them
• Reconcile statements against the supplier ledger
• Resolve debit balance issues
• Follow best practice and procedures (and ensure suppliers do the same) while maintaining a high speed of work
• Perform statement reconciliations

Qualifications

• Accounts Payable experience preferably with a multi‑site organisation
• Intermediate to advanced Excel knowledge
• Experience or knowledge of JDE system (not essential)
• Strong numerical skills – able to calculate and adjust monetary values quickly
• Excellent attention to detail
• Positive, can‑do attitude
• Good communication skills
• Clear ability to work in a team
• Strong time‑management skills and ability to meet deadlines

About the Company

C&C Group plc is a premium drinks company that owns, manufactures, markets and distributes a unique portfolio of beer and cider brands in both its home markets and across the globe. The Group’s brands include Bulmers, Magners, Tennent’s and a range of premium and craft ciders and beers such as Heverlee, Menabrea, Five Lamps and Orchard Pig. We champion sustainability, deliver joy to customers, and foster a culture of winning together while supporting all our people to perform at their best. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.