Accounts Payable Assistant

Robert Walters; Worsley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for an Accounts Payable Assistant in a rapidly growing business in Worsley. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment, where you will support the Accounts Receivable and Payable functions. Collaborate with various teams to drive growth and exceed targets. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a keen eye for detail, ensuring smooth transactions and efficient processes. With opportunities for development within the Finance team, this position promises a rewarding career path in a supportive and fast-paced atmosphere.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Gift box on birthday

Early finish on birthday

Exclusive staff discounts

Regular staff social events

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transactions Manager with Accounts Payable functions.
• Record and allocate payments and transactions accurately.
• Investigate and resolve queries related to accounts.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to learn new systems

Ability to work independently

Tools

Sage

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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. 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.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion

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