Accounts Payable Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their dynamic finance team in Bristol. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the efficient processing of supplier invoices and maintain accurate data control within the company's ERP and finance systems. Your responsibilities will include managing the purchase ledger, resolving invoice queries, and facilitating payments to both UK and international suppliers. If you have a strong background in accounting and excellent communication skills, this opportunity offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment where your contributions will be valued.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Life insurance

Flexible working hours

Pension

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of purchase ledger or accounting experience.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and effective invoice management.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and manage purchase ledger effectively.
• Liaise with departments and suppliers to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Purchase Ledger Management

Accounting Experience

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Tools

SAP

Sage

Job description

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Our client is a very successful manufacturing business and Staffbase have been appointed to recruit for the position of Accounts Payable Assistant.
The Accounts Payable Assistant will join the busy finance team at our client's office in Bristol.

Role:

Reporting to the Finance Manager you will be responsible for effective processing of all supplier invoices ensuring accurate data control on the company ERP and finance systems. Duties will include but is not limited to the following;

• Manage and control purchase ledger
• Process and invoice queries and any discrepancies
• Liaise with all internal departments and external suppliers to resolve any issues
• Arrange payments to both UK and international based suppliers and inter company payments
• Monthly bank reconciliations
• Produce monthly purchase ledger reports
• Assist finance team with other relevant duties and adhoc reporting using SAP

Candidate:

You will have at least 3 years previous purchase ledger and / or accounting experience.
Applicants will be familiar with using ERP systems (Sage or SAP) and you will be competent in effective management and control of supplier invoices and arranging payments.
You will be a team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Hours of Work:

Monday to Friday 37 hours

Benefits:

Competitive basic salary £27K - £29K per annum
33 days annual leave
Life insurance
Flexible working hours
Pension