Accounts Payable Assistant

Breedon Group; Lockington; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Digital GP Scheme

Volunteer Scheme

Share Saver Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Pater n

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Breedon Group plc is a leading construction materials supplier with operations across Great Britain, Ireland and the USA. We invite applications for an Accounts Payable Assistant at Lockington, Derbyshire, to support supplier set ups, payments and data maintenance, ensuring timely processing and strong financial controls.

The role requires attention to detail, solid Excel skills, and the ability to work well within a team and with senior stakeholders to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• High level of written and numerical literacy with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to plan, organise and manage time.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a wider team, and take initiative.
• Experience working in a fast paced and challenging environment.
• Experience in AP end to end process.

Responsibilities

• Assist with timely processing of payment runs and supplier set up forms across thirteen business units.
• Assist in upkeep and maintenance of Master Data Records.
• Ensure all queries are dealt with to a satisfactory conclusion.
• Assist in organising incoming mail via email.
• Support the Accounts Payable Management Team.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively to seek approvals with senior management and directors.
• Assist the team with day-to-day tasks and ad-hoc duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent & team worker

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

Job description

Accounts Payable Assistant

Application Deadline: 29 October 2026

Department: Accounts Payable

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Lockington, Derbyshire

Description

Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.

Job Purpose: To support the efficient and accurate processing of supplier Set ups and payments, ensuring accounts payable records are maintained correctly, queries are resolved promptly, and financial controls and deadlines are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the timely and accurate processing of Payment runs & Supplier set up forms, across thirteen Business Units
• Assist in the upkeep and maintenance of Master Data Records
• Ensure all queries are dealt with to a satisfactory conclusion
• Assisting with organising incoming mail via email
• Support the Accounts Payable Management Team
• Build relationships with Internal and External stakeholders
• Strong Communication skills to seek/chase approvals with Senior Management and Directors within the Business
• Assist the team with day-to-day tasks
• Assist the AP Management Team on implementing change
• Assist the team in meeting KPIs and SLAs
• Any Ad-hoc duties or tasks as requested by your Line Manager

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Must be able to demonstrate a high level of written and numerical literacy, with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to plan, organise and manage time
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a wider team, and take initiative.
• Experience working in a fast paced and challenging environment
• Experience of working within an AP team and understanding the AP end to end process
• Intermediate Excel Skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP’s, would be advantageous.

Job Benefits

• Contributory Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays on top
• Holiday Purchase Scheme, up to 5 days per holiday year
• Digital GP Scheme
• Volunteer Scheme
• Share Saver Scheme
• Company Life Assurance Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
• Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways

Diversity Statement: At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Join Us: If you're looking for a role that challenges you, offers progression, and contributes to building better futures, we'd love to hear from you. This position is an opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic environment at Breedon Group.