Accounts Payable Assistant

Adecco; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant in Holborn, London. This temp position offers a hybrid work model, requiring in-office work on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in accounts payable within a fast-paced environment, excellent numerical accuracy, and organizational skills. Responsibilities include processing payments, reconciling bank statements, and assisting the finance team. The role offers competitive pay of £14-15 per hour for a duration of 2-3 months.

Qualifications

• Proven accounts payable experience, ideally in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong numerical accuracy and ability to spot financial errors.

Responsibilities

• Process and allocate incoming payments across multiple accounts.
• Reconcile bank statements against internal records.
• Coordinate monthly rent collections.
• Assist in clearing backlog of accounts payable tasks.
• Support with data entry and invoice processing.
• Communicate effectively with external parties to resolve issues.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Numerical accuracy

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Qube

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant

Location: Holborn, London (Hybrid - in office Tuesdays & Wednesdays)

Pay: £14-15 per hour

Duration: Temporary 2-3 months

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Bank Receipting
  • Process and allocate incoming payments across multiple accounts accurately and on time.
• Daily Bank Reconciliations
  • Reconcile bank statements against internal records.
  • Identify and resolve any discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy.
• Monthly Rent Sweeps
  • Coordinate and execute monthly rent collections.
  • Ensure rent is correctly allocated across portfolios or properties.
• Backlog Support
  • Assist the finance team in clearing any backlog of accounts payable tasks.
  • Ensure outstanding items are processed efficiently and accurately.
• General Accounts Administration
  • Support with data entry, invoice processing, record keeping, and finance‑related queries.
• Liaising with External Parties
  • Communicate effectively with council tax and utility companies to resolve issues.

Requirements

• Previous Experience
  • Proven accounts payable experience, ideally in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• High Attention to Detail
  • Strong numerical accuracy and organisational skills.
  • Ability to spot and correct financial errors or inconsistencies.
• Property Industry Experience (Desirable)
  • Exposure to property or real estate finance processes (e.g., rent rolls, service charges) is a plus but not essential.

Systems & Tools

• Qube (Preferred)
  • Experience with the Qube property management and accounting system is highly advantageous.
  • Training can be provided if not already familiar.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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