Accounts Payable Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

JR United Kingdom is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant based in Preston, Lancashire. The role involves processing invoices, working closely with partners, and contributing to a collaborative finance team. Ideal for entry-level candidates, this position offers growth opportunities within a finance career.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of payment types & processes preferred.
• Experience with Sage 200 accounts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify and process property partner invoices and statements.
• Support communication with property partners for financial administration.
• Maintain accurate purchase ledger account reconciliations.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written English

Advanced Excel knowledge

Problem-solving skills

High attention to detail

Good numeracy skills

Tools

Sage 200 accounts

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Accounts Payable Assistant, Preston, Lancashire

Client: SilverDoor

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 10.06.2025

Expiry Date: 25.07.2025

Job Description:

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 ledger 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 ideal 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.
• Help 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:

• Excellent verbal and written English
• Good numeracy skills and advanced Excel knowledge
• Problem-solving skills and an analytical approach to business
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure