Accounts Payable Specialist - Growth & Progression in Leeds

Sharp Consultancy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp Consultancy in Leeds is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join a friendly finance team. The role targets candidates with a strong Accounts Payable background who want to progress within a supportive employer that values development.

Reporting to the Finance Controller, you will manage purchase invoices, supplier statements and payments, ensuring accuracy, timely processing and cross-functional collaboration to resolve discrepancies.

Qualifications

• Competent user of Excel, Outlook.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and analysis skills.
• Demonstrate strong data entry skills with a high level of data accuracy and efficiency.
• Proven problem solving and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• A drive to succeed, improve and challenge process.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Process and accurately code purchase invoices, credit notes and expenses.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes, investigating discrepancies where required.
• Maintain the purchase ledger and ensure supplier accounts are accurate and up to date.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve outstanding items promptly.
• Prepare supplier payment runs in accordance with agreed payment terms.
• Respond to supplier queries professionally and efficiently.
• Investigate invoice discrepancies and liaise with Procurement, Goods In, Production and other departments to resolve issues.
• Monitor aged creditors and follow up outstanding issues.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for audit purposes.
• Assist with month-end procedures, including reconciliations and accruals.
• Assist with VAT and other financial reporting requirements where appropriate.
• Support departmental cross training and assist in cover across the wider finance team including sales ledger / credit control and ad hoc duties.
• Ensure all financial processes are timely and comply with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and high standards of financial accuracy at all times.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Data entry

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Time management

Independent worker

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Sharp Consultancy in Leeds is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join a friendly finance team. The role targets candidates with a strong Accounts Payable background who want to progress within a supportive employer that values development.

Reporting to the Finance Controller, you will manage purchase invoices, supplier statements and payments, ensuring accuracy, timely processing and cross-functional collaboration to resolve discrepancies.