Accounts Payable Assistant

Morgan McKinley (South West); Worcester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance services firm in the UK is seeking an organized Accounts Payable Assistant. The role involves processing invoices, reconciliations, and payroll support within a supportive finance team. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, strong numerical and Excel skills, and a keen eye for detail. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to contribute to environmental initiatives in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing mentoring and development

Hybrid working pattern

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in an Accounts Payable or similar finance role.
• Experience using accounting software preferred but not essential.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and organization.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices accurately.
• Complete bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Support weekly and monthly payroll processing.
• Maintain accurate financial data and documentation.
• Assist with month-end tasks, ledger adjustments, and reporting.
• Respond to finance queries professionally.

Skills

Numerical skills

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Sage

Job description

Are you an organised, detail-focused Accounts Payable Assistant looking to take the next step in your finance career? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, rapidly growing business making a genuine difference in the environmental sector.

You’ll be joining a supportive, close-knit Finance team where collaboration, learning, and development are encouraged. The role offers the chance to build on your existing finance experience while working within a company committed to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence.

The role

As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you’ll play a key part in keeping day-to-day finance operations running smoothly. You’ll be involved in invoice processing, reconciliations, payroll support, and assisting with month-end reporting—ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all areas of the finance function.

Key responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices with accuracy and attention to detail
• Complete bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Support preparation and processing of weekly and monthly payroll
• Maintain accurate financial data and documentation
• Assist with month-end tasks, ledger adjustments, and reporting
• Respond to internal and external finance queries professionally

About you

• Minimum 2 years' experience in an Accounts Payable Assistant or similar finance role
• Strong numerical and Excel skills (training provided where needed)
• Experience using accounting software (Sage preferred but not essential)
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and organisation
• A proactive, positive team player keen to learn and develop

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working pattern once established in the role
• Supportive, friendly Finance team with ongoing mentoring and development
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The chance to contribute to an organisation making a real environmental impact