Accounts Payable Assistant

Layka Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join their expanding finance team in Colnbrook. This role involves preparing payment runs, reconciling supplier statements, and processing supplier invoices, specifically for candidates with prior experience in the freight forwarding industry. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to further their career in a growing organisation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable within the freight forwarding industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process payment runs.
• Liaise with stations and suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Reconcile supplier statements in a timely manner.
• Accurately process supplier invoices.
• Monitor and manage supplier credit terms.
• Record and allocate incoming payments.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Invoice processing

Reconciliation skills

Job description

Accounts Payable Assistant

Location: Colnbrook

Salary: Up to 32,000

Our client, a well‑established and growing organisation based in Colnbrook, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join their expanding finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to contribute to a dynamic business with strong prospects for career development as the company continues its growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process payment runs
• Liaise with stations and suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies
• Reconcile supplier statements in a timely manner
• Accurately process supplier invoices
• Monitor and manage supplier credit terms
• Record and allocate incoming payments
• Perform additional duties as required to support business needs

Requirements

• Essential: Previous Accounts Payable experience within the freight forwarding industry
• Candidates without industry‑specific experience will not be considered