Accounts Payable Assistant

Think Specialist Recruitment; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant for an immediate start in Hemel Hempstead. This is a 3 to 6 month contract with the potential for extension. You will support a busy finance team during a major system change, processing invoices, handling supplier queries, and more. Ideal candidates have AP experience, good communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary of £27,000 - £30,000 with flexible hours and hybrid working post-training.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Flexible hours

Hybrid work option after training

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable is essential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume AP invoices accurately and quickly.
• Handle supplier queries and statement reconciliations.
• Assist with payment runs and month-end routines.

Skills

AP experience

Finance systems confidence

Accurate work

Communication

Job description

Accounts Payable Assistant - Immediate Start Needed

Step in. Support a busy team. Within an incredible business.

Location: Nearby Hemel Hempstead - must be able to commute
Term: 3 - 6 Month contract initially (strong potential to extend)
Salary: 27,000 - 30,000
Hours: Flexible within core hours
Hybrid: After full training

A fantastic opportunity to join a brilliant business during a crucial time

Think A&F are supporting a highly respected, growing business as they go through a major system change and they urgently need an Accounts Payable professional who can step in immediately and keep things moving.

If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced team, enjoys variety, and wants to build experience in a busy finance function, this is a brilliant opening. The industry is genuinely great to be part of, and the exposure you'll get here will stay with you for your whole career.

Why this role is worth your time

• Great experience - Support a central finance team, see how a project-heavy environment operates, and strengthen your AP knowledge massively.
• Fantastic business to work for - Supportive team, modern environment, and a company with a brilliant culture.
• Quick interview process fast decision, start immediately.

What you'll be doing

• Processing high-volume AP invoices accurately and quickly during a very busy period.
• Supporting with the new system and keeping documentation clear and organised.
• Handling supplier queries, statement reconciliations and general AP administration.
• Assisting with payment runs and contributing to smooth month-end routines.
• Being a reliable, calm pair of hands for a team juggling a major project.

Who this would suit

• Someone with AP experience who wants to step into a fast-paced, supportive team.
• A self-starter who learns quickly, communicates well and takes pride in tidy, accurate work.
• Someone confident using finance systems.

If you feel this is the role for you, please reach out to Casey Bennett at Think A&F recruitment or apply here now.

Think Accountancy and Finance is the finance division of Think Specialist Recruitment, an independent recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Finance Admin, Part Qualified Finance, Credit Control and Bookkeepers.