Accounts Payable Assistant

Edenred PayTech; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Discretionary bonus

Medical cover

Life insurance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Edenred PayTech is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to manage UK and PPS EU ledgers, process invoices and expenses, and support AR tasks. The role includes supplier communications, reconciliations, and month-end activities within a hybrid work environment.

You will contribute to accurate financial records, KPI-driven delivery, and timely payments while upholding company policies and internal controls. AAT qualifications are desirable, and Oracle experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Finance Assistant, or similar finance role.
• Experience processing supplier invoices and employee expenses.
• Experience reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
• Good understanding of Accounts Payable processes and basic accounting principles.
• Experience using ERP or accounting systems (Oracle preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience maintaining accurate financial records and supporting month-end activities.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and employee expense claims promptly and accurately.
• Maintain and update cash books regularly.
• Post cash transactions accurately in the ERP system.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries or discrepancies promptly.
• Act as the primary contact for supplier correspondence, ensuring queries and communications are handled promptly and professionally.
• Manage an assigned supplier portfolio, resolving queries efficiently.
• Support month-end processes and reporting requirements.
• Ensure all tasks are completed in line with agreed KPIs and deadlines.
• Post customer receipts and update the cash book daily.
• Submit monthly customer statements without fail.
• Send monthly invoices to clients.
• Provide additional AR task cover as and when required (e.g., intercompany packs or other admin tasks).

Skills

Accounts Payable

Finance

Excel

ERP systems

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will be responsible for managing Accounts Payable activities across the UK and PPS EU ledgers, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments. You will also provide some administrative support for Accounts Receivable tasks, maintain compliance with company policies, and deliver excellent service to suppliers and internal stakeholders.

What you will be doing:

Accounts Payable:

• Process supplier invoices and employee expense claims promptly and accurately.
• Maintain and update cash books regularly.
• Post cash transactions accurately in the ERP system.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries or discrepancies promptly.
• Act as the primary contact for supplier correspondence, ensuring queries and communications are handled promptly and professionally.
• Manage an assigned supplier portfolio, resolving queries efficiently
• Support month-end processes and reporting requirements.
• Ensure all tasks are completed in line with agreed KPIs and deadlines.

Accounts Receivable:

• Post customer receipts and update the cash book daily.
• Submit monthly customer statements without fail.
• Send monthly invoices to clients.
• Provide additional AR task cover as and when required (e.g., intercompany packs or other admin tasks).

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Finance Assistant, or similar finance role.
• Experience processing supplier invoices and employee expenses.
• Experience reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
• Good understanding of Accounts Payable processes and basic accounting principles.
• Experience using ERP or accounting systems (Oracle preferred)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience maintaining accurate financial records and supporting month-end activities

Desirable:

• AAT qualified or currently studying towards an AAT qualification.
• Experience supporting both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes.
• Experience maintaining cash books and posting cash transactions.
• Experience supporting month-end close and audit activities
• Experience working in a multi-entity or international business environment

Take a step forward and let Edenred surprise you.

Every day, we deliver innovative solutions to improve the life of millions of people, connecting employees, companies, and merchants all around the world. We know there are hundred ways for you to grow. With us, you will expand your skills in a multicultural, challenging, and dynamic environment. Dare to join Edenred and get ready to thrive in a global company that will offer you endless opportunities. Edenred is all about meritocracy. You come as you are, and you contribute. Indeed, the Edenred Group recognizes, recruits and develops all talents and singularities. We are committed to preventing all forms of discrimination and to providing all our candidates with equal opportunities regardless of their gender and gender expression, disability, origin, religious belief and sexual orientation or any other criteria.

Benefits and perks:

• Hybrid working environment (min. 3 days per week in the office)
• Pension Scheme - employer 6% with minimum employee contribution 3%
• Discretionary bonus scheme based on company and personal performance
• Medical & international travel cover (leisure and action sports)
• Life insurance (4x salary)
• Wellbeing Employee Assistance Program (extended access to family members)
• Holiday trading scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee discount shopping platform
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• Digital learning platform
• Complimentary fruit and other 'in office' snacks & refreshments
• Volunteering programme
• Social events