Accounts Payable Assistant Accountant (12 month FTC)

Harrison Holgate; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrison Holgate in London seeks an Accounts Payable Assistant Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract to support financial operations. You will handle invoicing, supplier reconciliations, and vendor management while ensuring accuracy, audit support, and timely payments.

This role offers a collaborative environment and opportunities to develop professionally within our finance function. The position requires strong Excel skills and accounting know-how, with a focus on accuracy and teamwork

Qualifications

• Proven accounts experience within the financial services industry.
• Experience supporting invoice processing and reconciliations.
• Ability to learn bespoke finance applications.
• Excel skills including Sumifs, Vlookup, and pivot tables.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Support invoicing, supplier reconciliations, and purchase account management.
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial processes.
• Support audit processes and payment procedures.
• Collaborate across departments and work independently.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Invoice processing

Supplier reconciliations

Vendor management

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Independent working

Testing finance systems

Education

AAT qualification

Job description

Finance & Accountancy

London

Reference: HH/RF-14174

Accounts Payable Assistant Accountant (12-Month FTC)

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative and inclusive organization? Our client is hiring for an Accounts Payable Assistant Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract, where your expertise will support our financial operations and contribute to our ongoing success. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic team, handling vital accounts payable functions that keep financial processes running smoothly.

In this role, you will support with invoicing, supplier reconciliations, and purchase account management, ensuring accuracy and efficiency at every step. Your efforts will be instrumental in maintaining financial integrity, supporting audit processes, and streamlining payment procedures, all while working in a supportive environment that values your professional development.

Required Skills:

• AAT qualification or part-qualified by experience
• Proven accounts experience within the financial services industry
• Strong understanding of non-technical finance processes
• Experience supporting invoice processing, reconciliations, and vendor management within a financial services setting.
• Willingness to assist in testing new finance system developments
• Proficiency in Excel (including Sumifs, Vlookups, pivot tables)
• Solid knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn bespoke finance applications
• Capacity to work independently and collaborate across departments

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience in processing legacy claims payments

This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career within a supportive corporate culture that values your contributions.