Accounts Payable Assistant - Suitable For A Graduate

Adecco; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an Accounts Payable professional in Liverpool. This role involves processing invoices, resolving payment issues, and supporting customer queries. The ideal candidate should have experience in financial roles or hold a Business/Finance degree. This position offers a pay rate of £13.85 per hour and the opportunity to work in a hybrid model.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Accounts Payable role or similar financial position.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.

Responsibilities

• Run ageing reports and review AP balance.
• Processing invoices.
• Resolve non-payment issues with customers.
• Liaise with collection agencies.
• Liaise with sales team for payment escalations.

Skills

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Business / Finance Degree

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Accounts Payable Role for International Company

Adecco are currently recruiting for our client based in Speke, Liverpool. 4 Month Contract

The role is part of the Accounts Receivable team and is responsible for performing Collections activities and running and reviewing reports. This role will provide customer support around payments and investigate opportunities to improve customer satisfaction. It will also support ad hoc queries, projects and continuous improvement initiatives. For payment issues and escalations, this role will liaise with collection agencies and with the sales team.

Main Responsibilities and Accountability's

• Run ageing reports and review AP balance
• Processing invoices
• Resolve non-payment issues with customers
• Liaise with collection agencies
• Liaise with sales team to for payment escalations
• Process write-offs
• Respond to ad hoc customer queries
• Liaise with customer service on customer queries as required
• Develop collections & customer queries root cause reports to identify opportunities to improve the process and drive customer satisfaction
• Support ad hoc requests and activities (e.g. queries from cash applications, customer service teams)
• Provide support and assistance with Cash Application activities during periods of high demand as required.
• Support ad hoc projects or continuous improvement activities

Ideal Candidate

Proven experience in an Accounts Payable role or similar financial position or a graduate in a Business / Finance Degree course.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practises.
• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Excel and knowledge of SAP.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a team-oriented mindset.

13.85 per hour. Successful applicant will work from the office 3 days a week and 2 days at home, working 37.5 hours per week between the hours of 8am-5pm.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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