Accounts Payable Assistant

Michael Page; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant on a 12-month contract based in Ashton Manchester. The role is hybrid: 2 days per week in the Ashton office and 3 days remote, supporting the accounting and finance team in the technology and telecoms sector.

You will process supplier invoices, reconcile statements, assist with month-end, and drive improvements in AP processes under the Accounts Payable Manager guidance.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable processes.
• Must have SAP experience.
• Able to commit to a 12-month contract.
• Must be able to commute to Ashton-Under-Lyne office 2 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Using SAP system.
• Accurately process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Support month-end processes by preparing reports and providing necessary data.
• Maintain accurate records of financial transactions and supplier accounts.
• Respond to supplier queries and resolve any payment-related issues.
• Assist in the implementation and improvement of accounts payable processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth financial workflows.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations.

Skills

AP experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

As a Accounts Payable Assistant on a 12-month contract, you'll play a key role in managing and processing supplier invoices to ensure smooth financial operations. Based in Ashton Manchester, this role focuses on supporting the accounting and finance department within the technology and telecoms industry.

Client Details

This company have a well know brand name and are a highly sought after organisation to work for. They are currently going through and exciting period of investment and transformation making it an excellent time to join the company. They are located in luxury offices in Ashton-Under-Lyne.

Description

The Accounts Payable Assistant role is initially a 12 month contract and will be hybrid- 2 days per week in Ashton office in Manchester/3 remote. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager key duties will include:

• Using SAP system
• Accurately process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Support month-end processes by preparing reports and providing necessary data.
• Maintain accurate records of financial transactions and supplier accounts.
• Respond to supplier queries and resolve any payment-related issues.
• Assist in the implementation and improvement of accounts payable processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth financial workflows.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations.

Profile

In order to apply for the role you should:

• Have previous experience in Accounts Payable
• Must have previous experience with SAP system
• Be able to consider a 12 month contract role initially
• Be able to commute 2 days per week to Ashton-Under-Lyne office

Job Offer

• Opportunity to join growing company
• Opportunity for role to be extended
• Hybrid working-2 days in Ashton office/3 remote