Accounts Payable Assistant

The Bread Factory; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in London’s artisan bakery scene is on the lookout for an Accounts Payable Assistant. This role offers a dynamic work environment where you will be responsible for processing supplier invoices, assisting with payment runs, and managing supplier queries. You will thrive in a supportive team that values attention to detail and communication. Enjoy unique perks like fresh bread daily and generous discounts at local markets. If you’re organized, proactive, and passionate about numbers, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Fresh bread daily

50% discount at GAIL’s

40% off at The Bread Factory

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Discounts from high-street retailers

24-hour GP service

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable is highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency in English and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and timely.
• Assist with supplier payment runs and reconciliations.
• Manage supplier queries efficiently.

Skills

Accounts Payable Experience

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Excel Proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Bread Factory is London’s leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL’s Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we seek our next Accounts Payable Assistant to join our team.

We Care About a Job Well Done

Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way.

We Care About Baking

At The Bread Factory, all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all.

We Care About Each Other

We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers.

We Care About Community

We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. While ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.

Every day is different at The Bread Factory, but here are some of the things you will be doing:

• Timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, ensuring correct nominal coding
• Assisting with the preparation and execution of supplier payment runs
• Monthly supplier statement reconciliations
• Supporting month-end procedures, including reviewing and analysing GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced) balances and assisting with balance sheet reconciliations
• Sending out supplier remittances promptly
• Dealing with supplier queries efficiently and professionally
• Liaising closely with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to resolve issues
  
  

Our team tells us you will be a great addition if you have experience in:

• Previous Accounts Payable experience is highly desirable
• Excellent communication skills, with strong proficiency in English
• High attention to detail, whilst being reliable, enthusiastic, and proactive
• Organised, with good awareness of deadlines
• Calm, professional manner when managing supplier queries
• Competent in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
  
  

What’s In It For You

• Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends.
• 50% discount at GAIL’s and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants
• 24-hour GP service
• Cycle to work scheme