Accounts Payable Assistant

Matchtech; Whiteley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join the finance team in Fareham on a temporary basis. The role concentrates on Accounts Payable, processing invoices, supplier payments, reconciliations and expenses, while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have prior Accounts Payable/Accounts Assistant experience, proficiency with Excel and familiarity with Xero.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable or Accounts Assistant roles.
• Proficiency with Excel and accounting software (Xero preferred).
• Experience administering employee expenses and company credit cards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Accounts Payable ledger and supplier accounts.
• Process and match invoices, resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare supplier payment runs.
• Complete bank reconciliations.
• Respond to supplier and internal finance queries.
• Support month-end activities and audit requirements.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Invoices

Excel

Bank Reconciliations

Tools

Xero

SAP Concur

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Location: Fareham

Salary: Up to £16.82 per hour

Job Type: Temporary

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join our finance team in Fareham. This role will primarily support the Accounts Payable function, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, supplier payments, reconciliations, and expenses, while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the Accounts Payable ledger and supplier accounts.
• Process and match invoices, resolving any discrepancies.
• Prepare supplier payment runs.
• Complete bank reconciliations.
• Manage employee expenses and company credit cards via SAP Concur.
• Respond to supplier and internal finance queries.
• Support month-end activities and audit requirements.
• Help identify and implement process improvements.

About You

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or Accounts Assistant role.
• Experience with accounting software (Xero preferred).
• Competent in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience administering employee expenses and company credit cards.
• SAP Concur experience is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork.

What's on Offer?

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to develop your finance career within a growing business