Accounts Payable Assistant

Vp plc; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice pension

25 days holiday + birthday day

Life Assurance cover

Share save scheme

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to work scheme

Health & wellbeing benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Vp plc is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our Finance Shared Service Centre in the UK. You will ensure invoices are processed accurately and timely, validated through ReadSoft, and that supplier accounts are reconciled monthly to minimise queries.

You will build positive relationships with internal customers and suppliers, work proactively, and contribute to efficient financial operations within the team led by the Accounts Payable Team Leader.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment.
• Detail-oriented with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and ensure timely payment.
• Validate invoices via ReadSoft and perform monthly supplier reconciliations.
• Escalate outstanding payment queries to the AP Team Leader promptly.
• Maintain positive relationships with internal customers and suppliers.

Skills

AP experience

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Proactivity

Job description

As our Accounts Payable Assistant you will play a vital role within our Finance Shared Service Centre team, reporting to the Accounts Payable Team Leader. Your meticulous attention to detail and proactive approach will contribute to maintaining our financial processes at their best.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure supplier invoices are processed in an accurate and efficient manner and are authorised in time for payment so that accounts on stop/supplier queries/supplier non-payment actions are minimised. In addition to this you’ll ensure all invoices are scanned and validated through ReadSoft in a timely manner. Review Key Supplier accounts through regular Monthly Supplier Statement Reconciliations, ensuring queries are swiftly resolved and there are no un-reconciled items. Escalate outstanding payment queries to the Accounts Payable Team Leader in a timely manner. Be an integral and valued team member you will build and maintain positive relationships with internal customers, suppliers and other Accounts Payable team members alike. This will be championed by demonstrating a flexible, proactive and professional attitude to all areas of your work, supporting both team and individual initiatives in a positive manner.

What We’re Looking For

Experience working in a high-volume AP team. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to work on own initiative. Proactive and capable of working independently.

What We Can Offer You

• Salary sacrifice pension
• 25 days holiday (increases with service), plus bank holidays & 1 extra day to be taken in the month of your birthday
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service recognition
• My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discount offers
• Gym discounts
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Service
• Will Writing & Funeral Concerto Service
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining
• All the above benefits are managed through our Employee Engagement Platform – Spotlight

A Little Bit About Us

Established in 1954, Vp plc has evolved into a dynamic group of companies with expertise in equipment rental. Our organisation encompasses eleven prominent operating divisions: Airpac Rentals, Brandon Hire Station, Hire Station, MEP Hire, ESS, Groundforce, TPA, Torrent Trackside, Vp Rail, UK Forks and CPH. Across these divisions, we proudly provide an extensive range of specialist products and comprehensive services tailored to various industries. Our offerings cater to diverse sectors such as construction, civil engineering, rail, water, oil and gas, outdoor events, and housebuilding. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, Vp plc is your trusted partner for all your equipment rental needs.

Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.