Accounts Payable Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant in Lancaster. This role offers opportunities to develop skills in financial administration while supporting the accounts payable team in processing invoices and maintaining financial records. Ideal for candidates eager to start their finance career with a focus on accuracy and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of payment types & processes is preferable.
• Experience with Sage 200 accounts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Verify and process property partner invoices and statements.
• Support communication with property partners for smooth administration.
• Resolve invoice queries and maintain accurate ledger reconciliations.

Skills

Verbal and written English

Numeracy skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Job description

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Please note that this role is onsite (Mon-Fri) at our office in Lancaster.

The Accounts Payable Assistant is responsible for administering SilverDoor's purchase ledge workload under the direction of the Accounts Payable Manager. This is a great role for anyone looking to get started in their finance career or anyone who already has some experience in the field.

Join our finance team where accuracy, collaboration, and learning are at the heart of everything we do. This role is deal for someone looking to develop their skills in accounts payable, with plenty of opportunities to grow and contribute to the wider finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in verifying and processing property partner invoices, credit notes, and statements in line with established procedures.
• Support effective communication with property partners to ensure smooth financial administration and positive working relationships.
• Held identify and resolve invoice and statement queries, escalating issues where necessary.
• Help maintain up-to-date and accurate purchase ledger account reconciliations.
• Collaborate with the Account Management and Partner Relationships teams to understand their workflows and provide effective financial support.
• Provide general support to the Accounts Payable team, contributing to departmental goals and taking on additional tasks as you grow in the role.

Requirements:

• A sound knowledge of payment types & processes (preferable, not essential)
• Relevant experience of Sage 200 accounts (preferable, not essential)

Skills:

• Has excellent verbal and written English
• Has good numeracy skills and advanced Excel knowledge
• Has problem-solving skills and an analytical approach to business
• Has a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy
• Has the ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure