Accounts Payable Assistant

ACCA Careers; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business services company in Woking is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant for a temporary role. This opportunity offers a hybrid working arrangement and a supportive environment to contribute to critical financial operations. Ideal candidates will possess strong organisational skills and attention to detail, helping ensure accurate management of payments and supplier accounts.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangement

Opportunity for professional growth

Supportive and professional work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable or purchase ledger roles.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Management of document scanning error logs and supplier queries.
• Day-to-day management of all payment cycle activities.
• Reconciliation of data processed by verifying entries against balances.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

Working towards an accountancy degree

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant professional to contribute to the financial operations within the business services industry. The role offers a temporary position with a hybrid working arrangement, providing flexibility and professional growth.

Client Details

This organisation operates within the business services industry in Woking. It is a medium-sized company with a strong focus on delivering high-quality services to its clients and supporting its team members.

Description

· Continual review and management of document scanning error logs and queries from suppliers

· Perform day-to-day management of all payment cycle activities

· Verifying bank details, reviewing agreed payment terms, and setting up new suppliers, accurately accounting for VAT and ensuring credit is received for outstanding debit balances.

· Reconciliation of data processed by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances

· Verify supplier accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.

· To provide cover for BACs runs and foreign currency payments into the banking software in an accurate and timely manner to meet company deadlines.

Profile

A successful Accounts Payable Assistant should have:

• Experience in accounts payable or purchase ledger roles
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.
• May be working towards an accountancy degree

Job Offer

• Salary £27k - £29k
• Hybrid working arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a temporary capacity.
• Supportive and professional work environment.
• 3 Month Temporary Position

This role is ideal for those looking to make an immediate impact as the Accounts Payable Assistant. If you meet the above criteria and are eager to advance your career, we encourage you to apply.