Accounts Payable Assistant

Robert Walters UK; Worsley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as an Accounts Payable Assistant in a rapidly growing business in Worsley. This role involves supporting the Transactions Manager in managing Accounts Payable and Receivable functions, ensuring accurate recording of transactions, and maintaining supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong communication skills, and be detail-oriented. This innovative firm offers numerous opportunities for growth within the Finance team, along with attractive perks such as generous holiday allowances and exclusive staff discounts. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Gift box on birthday

Early finish on birthday

Exclusive staff discounts

Regular staff social events

Qualifications

• Previous Accounts Payable experience is essential.
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in Excel are required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transactions Manager with Accounts Payable functions.
• Record payments and transactions, and resolve account-related queries.
• Ensure accurate setup of accounts on Sage.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Microsoft Excel

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Learn New Systems

Independence

Tools

Sage

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and knowledgeable Accounts Payable Assistant to join a rapidly growing business based in the Worsley area. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting both the Accounts Receivable & Payable functions. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with teams across the business, constantly striving to exceed targets and drive incremental growth.

• Fast-paced environment
• Opportunity for growth and development within the wider Finance team
• Full-time office-based role in Worsley, Manchester

What you'll do:

As an Accounts Payable Assistant, your primary responsibility will be to support the Transactions Manager with the day-to-day running of both the Accounts Receivable & Payable functions. You will be tasked with recording all payments and transactions, allocating payments across all accounts, submitting invoices, registering supplier invoices, resolving account-related queries, reviewing ledgers, setting up accounts on Sage, and liaising with internal stakeholders. Your ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers and suppliers will be crucial in this role.

• Record all payments and transactions received to/from suppliers and customers.
• Allocate payments and receipts across all accounts.
• Submit invoices to customers (including checking VAT has been applied correctly).
• Register supplier invoices received into company mailbox/by post.
• Investigate and resolve any queries relating to both supplier and customer accounts.
• Perform a regular review of both the Aged Debtor and Aged Creditor ledgers.
• Ensure accurate setup of accounts on Sage for both new suppliers and customers.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders with regards to queries and approvals.

What you bring:

The ideal Accounts Payable Assistant will bring strong verbal and written communication skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office especially Excel, the ability to learn new systems quickly, excellent organisational skills, and attention to detail. Your ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment will be key in this role. You should also have the ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers and suppliers.

• Previous Accounts Payable experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office especially Excel.
• Ability to learn and understand new systems quickly.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

What sets this company apart:

This rapidly growing business is one of the fastest growing in the Northwest. The company is currently experiencing rapid growth which presents numerous opportunities for progression within their wider Finance team. They offer 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, a gift box and early finish on your birthday, exclusive staff discounts, as well as regular staff social events.

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Accounts Payable

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Entry Level

Location: Worsley

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum

Job Reference: 1NH715-74A4E5EE

Date posted: 8 April 2025

Consultant: Kris Shackley