Accounts Payable Assistant

Robert Walters UK; St Albans; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant for a part-time role in St. Albans. The successful candidate will manage supplier invoices, ensuring timely payments and supporting month-end closing processes. This position requires strong organizational skills and proficiency in accounting software. Join a supportive work environment that values collaboration and commitment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts payable or related finance roles.
• Good knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily processing of supplier invoices.
• Ensure timely payments of accounts.
• Assist with month-end procedures, including accruals and reports.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

MS Excel

SAP

Job description

Part-time Accounts Payable Assistant Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Assistant to support their finance department. This part-time role involves managing the day-to-day processing of supplier invoices and ensuring timely payments. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, a good understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work efficiently with attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage daily processing of supplier invoices
2. Ensure timely payments of accounts
3. Support month-end closing processes

What You'll Do:

Your primary responsibilities will include processing high volumes of purchase invoices, matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes, maintaining vendor records, and assisting with month-end closing activities. Your organizational skills will help handle high workloads accurately and efficiently.

• Process purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
• Ensure proper approval and coding of invoices
• Prepare and execute payment runs (BACS, cheques) bi-weekly
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain accurate vendor records
• Assist with month-end procedures, including accruals and reports
• Respond promptly to inquiries regarding accounts payable
• Support ad-hoc financial or administrative tasks as needed

Candidate Requirements:

The successful candidate will have proven experience in a similar finance role, good knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping principles, proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software such as SAP, and excellent attention to detail. Strong organizational and communication skills, along with a team-oriented attitude, are essential.

• Experience in accounts payable or related finance roles
• Knowledge of accounting principles
• Proficiency in MS Excel and SAP or similar software
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication skills and teamwork orientation

About the Company:

Our client offers a supportive, family-like working environment that values collaboration and commitment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that truly values its staff.

Job Details:

• Contract Type: Part-time (2 days/week or 4 half-days)
• Location: St. Albans
• Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)
• Workplace: On-site
• Experience Level: Associate

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