Accounts Payable Assistant

Project People; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant for a 9-month fixed-term contract. This hybrid role requires a talented individual skilled in processing transactions, resolving queries, and maintaining compliance. As part of the Accounting Team, the successful candidate will help streamline processes and support financial operations. A good understanding of Accounts Payable principles and proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential. If you are detail-oriented and organized, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Understanding of key Accounts Payable principles such as P2P process and Purchase Order.
• Experience with supplier invoice reconciliation.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and support compliance.

Responsibilities

• Register supplier invoices and ensure compliance with the three-way match process.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice queries.
• Assist with month-end close and provide audit support.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

AAT candidate (or equivalent)

Tools

ERP System (SAP or Oracle)

IFS Software

Job description

Accounts Payable Assistant

Reading - Hybrid-working

9 Month Fixed Term Contract

At MBNL, our mission is clear: Managing the Mobile Infrastructure to Enable Digital Britain. As the UK's largest network-sharing joint venture, we are at the forefront of industry transformation, delivering innovative solutions that shape the future of connectivity.

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our high-performing Accounting Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

You will play a key role in supporting the Payments & Expenses Manager by processing transactions accurately and efficiently, resolving queries promptly, and ensuring compliance with our KPIs to help the business achieve its goals.

This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 2 days per week in our Central Reading office.

Responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Assistant include:

• Accurately register supplier invoices and ensure compliance with the three-way match process.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice queries promptly.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and suppliers to maintain smooth P2P operations.
• Assist with month-end close and provide audit support by retrieving required documentation.
• Maintain accurate records and support compliance with company policies (e.g., No PO, No Payment).
• Provide ad-hoc accounting support to the finance team when needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to P2P cycle efficiency.

The successful Accounts Payable Assistant will have:

• Good understanding of key Accounts Payable principles such as (P2P) Process, Purchase Order (PO), Goods Receipt, and Supplier Invoice.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Highly organised and self-motivated.

Nice to have:

• AAT candidate (or equivalent qualification).
• IFS Software Knowledge
• Good understanding of wider accounting principles
• Working knowledge of ERP System (SAP or Oracle)

To apply for the Accounts Payable Assistant please send your CV to (url removed)