Accounts Payable Assistant

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Cash and Banking Assistant for a respected organisation in the healthcare sector. This role involves managing refunds, bank reconciliations, and processing employee expenses. Candidates should have experience in cash management and strong analytical skills. The position offers a competitive salary of approximately £26,000 and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday leave

Opportunities for professional growth

Permanent role

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Prior experience in cash management or banking processes, preferably within the accounting and finance sector.
• A solid understanding of financial reconciliation practices.
• Demonstrable experience of high volume data entry.
• Computer literate particularly Excel.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Accurately post all refunds requested by practices.
• Carry out monthly bank reconciliations.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure correct bank postings.
• Review and process company employee expenses.
• Review and process company credit card expenses.
• Maintain accurate records for audit purposes.
• Complete and obtain approval for all bank correspondence.

Skills

Cash management experience

Financial reconciliation practices

High volume data entry

Excel proficiency

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Job description

About Our Client

The employer is a reputable organisation operating within the healthcare industry, known for its commitment to providing high-quality services. As part of a medium-sized team, the company places a strong emphasis on precision and accountability in its financial operations.

Job Description

• To accurately post all refunds requested by practices in a timely manner and in accordance with our patient refund policy.
• Carry out nominated bank reconciliations on a monthly basis
• To work cross functionally with all departments to ensure all bank postings are posted correctly and to the relevant cost or income account
• To accurately review and process company employee expenses
• To accurately review and process company credit card expenses
• To maintain accurate records for audit purposes and assist with internal and external audit processes where required
• Complete and obtain approval for all bank correspondence and instructions
• Carry out bank reconciliation

The Successful Applicant

A successful Cash and Banking Assistant should have:

• Prior experience in cash management or banking processes, preferably within the accounting and finance sector.
• A solid understanding of financial reconciliation practices.
• Demonstrable experience of high volume data entry
• Computer literate particularly Excel
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and attention to detail.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary of approximately £26,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Generous holiday leave to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the healthcare industry.
• A permanent role offering job stability.
• A supportive team environment within the accounting and finance department.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to join a respected organisation in the healthcare sector. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today!