Accounts Payable Assistant

The Restaurant Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality company as an Accounts Payable Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in processing payments and managing supplier relationships. This position offers a dynamic work environment, allowing you to utilize your attention to detail and organizational skills. You will be part of a supportive team, contributing to process improvements in accounts payable. Enjoy a competitive salary, bonuses, and a range of exciting perks including a food allowance and discounts at various dining establishments. If you're looking to grow your career in a vibrant industry, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Up to 10% bonus

£200 monthly food allowance

30% discount at TRG brands

Birthday meal

Access to discount platform

Health Assured

Group Income Protection

Life Assurance

Apprenticeship opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in accounts payable or similar role.
• Proven ability to work in a professional team adhering to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in preparing payments to suppliers and third parties.
• Support the finance team in month-end and year-end closing procedures.

Skills

Accounts Payable Experience

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Degree or Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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We're The Restaurant Group (TRG for short) and we're one of the UK's biggest hospitality businesses. With over 40 years in the game, we are a significant player in the UK casual dining market, operating a number of renowned restaurants and pubs including Wagamama, Barburrito, and Brunning & Price. Our diverse portfolio of brands provides something for everyone, and we are proud to be TRG.

The Accounts Payable Assistant will support the accounts payable department in processing payments, ensuring all invoices are accounted for and paid accurately and on time. The role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Review and verify invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization before processing.
• Assist in preparing payments to suppliers, and other third parties, ensuring compliance with payment terms.
• Act as a point of contact internally liaising as required to address emerging issues – building a strong relationship with our suppliers
• Prepare Supplier Statement reconciliations for allocated list of suppliers ensuring that outstanding invoices are requested and processed appropriately;
• Confidently resolving queries using both written and verbal communication and building strong supplier relationships
• Support the finance team in month-end and year-end closing procedures related to accounts payable.
• Assist the Accounts Payable supervisor with on-going process improvement and streamlining of the Accounts Payable function

Knowledge, Skills and abilities required:

• Proven experience in accounts payable or a similar role is preferred (typically 1–2 years).
• Proven experience of working in a professional team adhering to deadlines
• Ability to work on their own initiative and a desire for problem solving
• Accurate and logical approach to work
• Proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement
• Working well with others and being an integral part of the team

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, data entry, etc.)

What We Can Offer You

• Up to 10% bonus
• £200 monthly wagamama food allowance + 30% discount for dine-in at any of our TRG brands including Barburrito, Brunning and Price Pubs and any of our airport concessions
• Birthday meal on us
• Access to discount platform
• Health Assured
• Group Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Wide range of apprenticeship opportunities for development and personal growth

We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all, where team members are valued for their unique perspectives. We are proud to celebrate our diverse voices! And we are a disability confident employer.

We want every candidate to have the opportunity to succeed, we will ask if you need any adjustments during the application and interview process to be your best!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Hospitality and Financial Services

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