Accounts Payable Assistant

Anderson Knight; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing private equity backed company in Cambuslang seeks an Accounts Payable Assistant to handle supplier invoices and payments. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in accounts payable, strong attention to detail, and excellent organisational skills. The company offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment, with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Essential previous experience in an Accounts Payable role.
• Effectively manage high-volume processing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices and credit notes.
• Match, batch, and code invoices per company procedures.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare payment runs and assist with month-end processes.
• Handle supplier queries and build relationships.

Skills

Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role

Ability to work effectively in a high-volume processing environment

Strong attention to detail

Excellent organisational skills

Proactive, team-oriented approach

Job description

Job Opportunity: Accounts Payable Assistant

Location: Cambuslang, Scotland

Company: Private Equity Backed Business going through growth

About Us

Anderson Knight is working with an exciting, fast-growing private equity backed company based in Uddingston. Our client is a key player in their sector, expanding rapidly and looking to strengthen their finance team. We are currently seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their growing team and contribute to the smooth operation of their financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will be responsible for handling the day‑to‑day accounts payable duties, ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices and credit notes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Matching, batching, and coding invoices in line with established company procedures.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies quickly and efficiently.
• Preparing payment runs and assisting with month‑end processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Handling supplier queries and building positive working relationships with suppliers.

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need the following:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role (essential).
• Ability to work effectively in a high‑volume processing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• A proactive, team‑oriented approach with the ability to manage competing priorities.

What We Offer

In return, we offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package appropriate to this position.
• An employer who values the ongoing wellbeing of its employees and provides a supportive working environment.
• Career development opportunities within a successful and growing business.

If you’re looking for a role where you can build your career in a dynamic, expanding business, we would love to hear from you! Please apply or contact Richard Brown at Anderson Knight.