Accounts Payable Assistant (Fixed Term Contract 5-6 months)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant for a fixed-term contract in London. The role involves processing invoices, preparing payments, and supporting the finance team. The company offers a flexible working environment and various development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible Working Environment

Equity Options Scheme

SmartPension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Development Opportunities

Support for Parents

Social Events

Modern Office Culture

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent with a 2:1.
• Basic Excel skills required.
• Understanding of accounts payable is essential.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and support colleagues and suppliers.
• Prepare payments and run month-end reporting.
• Perform ad hoc projects as assigned.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Excel

Accounts Payable Understanding

High-Volume Work Ability

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

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Accounts Payable Assistant (Fixed Term Contract 5-6 months), London

Client: Octopus Energy

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

141746292da3

Job Views:

3

Posted:

15.05.2025

Expiry Date:

29.06.2025

Job Description:

We’re looking for a highly-motivated and organised Accounts Payable Assistant to join our busy Finance team. You’ll help keep things running smoothly by processing invoices and supporting both colleagues and suppliers. Reporting to our Management Accountant, we’ll support your development and offer opportunities to grow within the team.

Responsibilities:

1. Help with invoices and data entry
2. Prepare payments
3. Run month-end reporting
4. Perform other ad hoc projects as assigned by your manager
5. Be trained in our systems and software

Qualifications:

1. A degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent with a 2:1 or finance or accounting experience
2. Basic Excel skills
3. An understanding of accounts payable
4. Excellent attention to detail
5. Ability to work in a high-volume, entrepreneurial environment - speed and accuracy are key!
6. Willingness to provide training as possible

Why you'll love it here:

• Company culture: We won in 2019, and our CEO, Greg, has recorded how we empower our people.
• Flexible working environment: Genuine work-life balance, with efforts to merge work and life smoothly.
• Relaxation: We value hard work and play, encouraging you to enjoy your holidays and leisure time.
• Equity Options Scheme: Own a part of the business with share options across Octopus Energy Group.
• Office culture: Modern offices stocked with fruit, breakfast, coffee, and soft drinks, plus weekly company updates and social events.
• Social Events: Sponsorship of events like YeoValley's summer festival and annual parties.
• Support for Parents: Tax-free childcare, maternity, paternity pay, and support during lockdowns.
• Development Opportunities: Support for courses, learning, and bespoke development plans.
• SmartPension Scheme: Employer contributes 5%, employee 3%, with options to contribute more.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote sustainability and health.