Accounts Payable Assistant

Frasers Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail group in the East Midlands is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to manage high-volume property rent invoices. The ideal candidate will have experience in Accounts Payable, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include processing supplier invoices, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining supplier relations. This is a full-time position with opportunities for personal development and employee wellness initiatives.

Benefits

Free gym classes

Discounted gym memberships

Wellbeing program access

Employee recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships.
• Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and match with purchase orders.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and manage supplier queries.
• Support staff expense claims and perform monthly reconciliation.

Skills

Business

Account Payable

Data Entry

Customer Service

Excel

Education

Previous experience in Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

Purchase Ledger Assistant Rents Department

As a Purchase Ledger Clerk within the Rents Department you will play a key role in managing the processing and reconciliation of high-volume invoices related to property rents. Your attention to detail and strong communication skills will ensure accurate financial records and smooth supplier relationships in this specialist area.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and accurately match supplier invoices related to property rents with purchase orders and rental agreements
• Experienced in manually organising invoices and payments
• Resolve invoice discrepancies in price or quantity by liaising with property managers and finance teams
• Manage supplier queries promptly via email and telephone maintaining excellent supplier relationships
• Scan file and organise invoices for approval ensuring timely authorisation by relevant staff
• Maintain and update supplier account information specific to rental suppliers
• Perform monthly reconciliation of supplier statements to ensure accuracy
• Support the handling of staff expense claims across the Group as required
• Work collaboratively with internal teams including property management finance and procurement to resolve issues
• Maintain accurate and timely records while adhering to deadlines
• Support ad hoc duties as required within the Rents and Finance teams

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience working within a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable team
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excel
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Self‑motivated with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Flexible approach to tasks and willingness to support additional duties as needed
• Confident handling queries and resolving performance‑related issues
• Commitment to high standards of customer service and operational excellence

Additional Information

Along with your benefits package we also offer a wide range of perks for our colleagues :

Reward Recognition and Opportunities

Frasers Champion – Our employees are at the heart of our business and we ensure individuals are recognised every single month for their hard work. Frasers Champion is a peer nominated scheme where 8 winners will receive double their pay for a month where they have thought without limits owned it or been relevant.

CEO Sessions

Once a quarter we offer 20 employees the opportunity to attend our CEO Sessions ran by our CEO and leadership team. Employees have the chance to connect network and submit questions around specific topics such as our Sports or Luxury business.

Retail Reconnect

In order to build the planets most admired and compelling brand ecosystem all employees must understand our business product and customers. Each financial year Head Office employees will gain insights by spending two days in one of our stores or the Warehouse. The goal is to learn how the work you do impacts our teams on the frontline and to bring ideas back to the office which will improve how we work.

Employee Welfare

Frasers Fit

Our Everlast Gyms Team are on a mission to make our workforce the best and fittest on the planet! We run free gym classes for employees as well as discounted memberships to our clubs. Frasers Fit is our wellbeing programme which aims to support and improve colleagues Physical Financial & Mental wellbeing. The app is accessible for every employee and includes training nutrition and lifestyle advice- all completely free.

Retail Trust

We know that its not just about physical health mental wellness is equally important which is why all of our employees get free access and support from the Retail Trust charity. This includes a 24 hour wellbeing helpline wellness hub counselling and financial / legal support.

Whats next

• Our Recruitment Team will be reviewing applications and all candidates will receive a response whether you are successful or unsuccessful. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to confirm a few key details before being booked in for a first stage interview with the Recruiter- this will be behaviourally focused and centred around how you align with our Culture and Values. If successful we anticipate two further interview stages with the Hiring Manager / wider team which will be more technically focused and could include a presentation / task so we can see your skills in action.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills

Business, Account Payable, Data Entry, Customer Service, GAAP, QuickBooks, Office supply, General Ledger Accounting, Finance, Accounting, Excel, ACH, Reporting, Financial statement, ADP

Department / Functional Area: Finance

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1