Accounts Payable Assistant

Wade Macdonald; Thatcham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

Training & development

Hybrid working

Job summary

Wade Macdonald is recruiting an Accounts Payable Assistant for a hybrid role in Haydock. You will process supplier invoices, code postings, and support supplier payments while maintaining tidy ledgers and timely month-end activities.

The ideal candidate has experience in accounts payable, strong Excel skills, and good communication to manage supplier relationships effectively.

Qualifications

• Previous Accounts Payable experience or strong understanding of purchase ledger processes.
• Confident using finance systems and Excel.
• Excellent numerical accuracy and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, credit notes and payment requests within agreed timescales.
• Match invoices with purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Code and post invoices accurately in the finance system.
• Assist with supplier payment runs following internal approvals.
• Maintain accurate purchase ledger records and supplier accounts.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Handle finance inbox queries professionally.
• Collaborate with suppliers and colleagues on invoice and PO issues.
• Support month-end activities and aged creditor reviews.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Excel

Numerical accuracy

Communication

Vendor relationships

Tools

NetSuite

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Accounts Payable Assistant - Haydock - £28,000 / £30,000 - Hybrid working

Wade Macdoanld are currently working with a growing organisation, supporting major projects across the UK and Europe. They have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality solutions and are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment.

About the Job

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-focused Accounts Payable Assistant to join a busy finance team. You'll play a key role in ensuring supplier invoices and payments are processed accurately and efficiently, helping to maintain strong supplier relationships while supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the finance function.

Duties will include:

• Processing supplier invoices, credit notes and payment requests within agreed timescales.
• Matching invoices with purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Accurately coding and posting invoices within the finance system.
• Assisting with supplier payment runs, ensuring internal approval procedures are followed.
• Maintaining accurate purchase ledger records and supplier account details.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies promptly.
• Managing finance inbox enquiries and responding professionally to internal and external queries.
• Working closely with suppliers and colleagues to resolve invoice, payment and purchase order issues.
• Supporting month-end finance activities, including reporting and aged creditor reviews.

About the Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will have previous Accounts Payable experience or a strong understanding of purchase ledger processes. You will be confident using finance systems and Excel, have excellent numerical accuracy and communication skills, and be able to prioritise a varied workload. Knowledge of VAT and accounting software such as NetSuite, Oracle or SAP would be advantageous.

What You Will Receive in Return

The company offers a healthcare package, flexible hybrid working, and ongoing training and development opportunities. You will also be joining a supportive team environment with genuine opportunities for long-term progression.