Accounts Payable Assistant - Hybrid & Study Support

Sage Housing; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing provider based in Northampton is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Accountant to ensure smooth accounts payable operations. You will handle invoice processing and support month-end reconciliations while providing compliance with financial regulations. The role offers flexibility with remote work options and numerous benefits including a health cash plan and discretionary bonuses.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus additional service days

Annual discretionary bonus scheme

Health cash plan

Study support package

Workplace Pension

Cycle to Work scheme

Electric car scheme

Wellbeing support

Two days' paid volunteering leave

Charity fundraising support

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume accounts payable or finance role.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify invoices accurately.
• Prepare and execute payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accounts payable records.
• Support month-end close activities.
• Liaise with internal teams and external vendors.
• Monitor accounts payable aging for timely payments.
• Assist with audit preparations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Excel

Education

AAT qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

A leading housing provider based in Northampton is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Accountant to ensure smooth accounts payable operations. You will handle invoice processing and support month-end reconciliations while providing compliance with financial regulations. The role offers flexibility with remote work options and numerous benefits including a health cash plan and discretionary bonuses.