Accounts Payable Assistant - FTC

London Square; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property development firm in Greater London is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant for a temporary contract role. The candidate will support supplier statement reconciliations and ensure timely processing of purchase invoices. Ideal applicants will have accounts payable experience and strong attention to detail. This position offers competitive compensation and various employee benefits to promote work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Group Pension Scheme

25 Days holiday plus bank holidays

Bupa Dental Cover

Gym Membership discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts payable.
• Able to work independently.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking supplier statement reconciliations.
• Requesting statements and invoices from suppliers.
• Matching payments and credit notes to invoices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Business communication

Data entry

Customer service

Excel

Tools

QuickBooks

General Ledger Accounting

Job description

About Us

London Square is a leading residential and mixed‑use developer and Aldar‑owned company delivering communities in well‑connected locations across Greater London. Since it was established in 2010 the award‑winning company has delivered nearly 5,000 homes through a mix of prime mid‑market and homes of all tenures including affordable homes through its independent provider Square Roots. Aldar and London Square are committed to creating world‑class developments anchored in high quality design sustainability and customer service excellence.

About the Role & Team

Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant 6 to 8 months FTC. The role is office based working in our Head Office in Uxbridge.

An additional resource is required to assist with supplier statement reconciliations and review of purchase ledger debit balances as part of transfer of data to new ERP system. They will work alongside the existing purchase ledger team of four that is responsible for ensuring the timely processing of purchase invoices and subcontractor certificates. The candidate will ideally have experience of the construction / housebuilding industry including the Construction Industry Scheme.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking supplier statement reconciliations for high volume high value supplier accounts
• Follow through of actions identified as part of supplier statement reconciliations such as :
• Request statements from suppliers
• Match unallocated payments
• Match credit notes to invoices
• Request missing invoices from suppliers
• Reverse duplicate invoices
• Request payments of duplicate payments

Key Skills & Experience

• Previous experience of accounts payable.
• Attention to detail.
• A good communicator.
• Able to work in a fast‑paced environment ensuring team and department deadlines are met.
• Able to work independently to make sound decisions prioritising workload and escalating issues when needed but as part of a wider team.

Whats in it for you

Ensuring you have a work‑life balance and stay healthy and happy is important to London Square. We offer the following core benefits.

• Competitive compensation package.
• Group Pension Scheme and Life Insurance.
• 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays including a holiday trading scheme and long service days

In addition to these core benefits we offer other benefits which may result in tax or money savings. Some of these include :

• Bupa Dental Cover
• Bupa Employee Assistance
• Virtual GP Service
• Salary sacrifice scheme for electric vehicles
• Cycle to Work
• Gym Membership corporate discounts
• Health Cash Plan
• Perkpal (shopping discounts)
• Tech Scheme
• Payroll Giving

  Our Commitment

  London Square is a fresh exciting and rewarding place to work and our success is based on the quality of our people. It is an exciting time to join London Square. If you think you have what it takes to be a part of our dynamic team click on the link to apply.

  London Square are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you require support as part of your application or require more information please email .

  At London Square we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce leads to better innovation productivity and overall success. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees regardless of their background or identity to develop and promote a diverse culture that reflects the communities we serve.

  You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. London Square are not able to offer Visa sponsorship.

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  Required Experience

  Contract

  Key Skills

  Business,Account Payable,Data Entry,Customer Service,GAAP,QuickBooks,Office supply,General Ledger Accounting,Finance,Accounting,Excel,ACH,Reporting,Financial statement,ADP

  Employment Type

  Contract

  Department / Functional Area

  Finance

  Experience

  years

  Vacancy

  1