Accounts Payable Assistant

Michael Page; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting an Accounts Payable Assistant for a not-for-profit organisation in Wolverhampton. You will process supplier invoices, run payments, and resolve discrepancies to ensure timely payments.

The role supports month-end activities and broader finance tasks. Hybrid work includes two days onsite in Wolverhampton, with a focus on accuracy and compliant financial procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
• Comfortable working in fast paced working environments
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial data.
• Confidence in using financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Good communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and improving processes.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and ensure they are accurately recorded in the system.
• Handle payment runs and ensure suppliers are paid on time.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies by liaising with suppliers and internal teams.
• Reconcile supplier statements and address any outstanding issues.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audit purposes.
• Assist with month-end processes, including reporting and analysis.
• Support the wider finance team with ad-hoc administrative tasks.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies and financial procedures.

Skills

Accounts payable

Financial systems

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As an Accounts Payable Assistant in the not-for-profit sector, based in Wolverhampton, you'll be ensuring invoices are processed accurately and payments are made on time. Your role will help keep the day-to-day financial operations running smoothly and efficiently.

Client Details

This role is with an organisation in the not-for-profit sector located in Wolverhampton.

Description

• Process supplier invoices and ensure they are accurately recorded in the system.
• Handle payment runs and ensure suppliers are paid on time.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies by liaising with suppliers and internal teams.
• Reconcile supplier statements and address any outstanding issues.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audit purposes.
• Assist with month-end processes, including reporting and analysis.
• Support the wider finance team with ad-hoc administrative tasks.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies and financial procedures.

Profile

• Previous experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
• Comfortable working in fast paced working environments
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial data.
• Confidence in using financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Good communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and improving processes.

Job Offer

Salary ranging from £25,210 to £26,900, dependent on the level of experience.

Hybrid working model with two days onsite in Wolverhampton.

Fixed-term contract in the not-for-profit sector.

As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences.

If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.