Accounts Payable/Treasury Assistant

Cotswold Outdoor Ltd.; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Volunteer day

33 days holiday

Staff discounts 40-60%

EV Salary Sacrifice scheme

Holiday Buying Scheme

Job summary

Cotswold Outdoor Group is seeking an Accounts Payable/Treasury Assistant to support day-to-day finance processes, handling invoices, payments and reconciliations across supplier accounts, expenses and cash activity.

The role is hybrid with at least three days in the office per week, based in Swindon at 1 Newbridge Square, with a starting salary of £26,520 and a yearly bonus up to £1,530, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Has a good understanding of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes.
• Is confident using Excel and Outlook as part of their day-to-day work.
• Has excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy.
• Takes a proactive approach to tasks and is comfortable managing priorities.
• Has a strong internal customer focus and responds to queries in a helpful and timely way.
• Builds positive working relationships and enjoys collaborating with others.
• Acts with integrity and understands the importance of maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and credit notes, ensuring they are correctly coded and authorised.
• Review and process staff expense claims in line with Company policy.
• Process and allocate supplier payments in accordance with agreed payment terms.
• Upload and manage large invoices within the accounting system.
• Reconcile supplier accounts, investigating inaccuracies and outstanding debit items.
• Review Goods and Non-Goods items placed on hold and take appropriate action.
• Prepare and submit monthly Intrastat and VAT reports accurately and on time.
• Reconcile cash and other payment types, investigate discrepancies and respond to supplier, cash and till queries promptly.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Internal customer focus

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

This is a hybrid role with a minimum of three days in the office per week.

At Cotswold Outdoor Group, the outdoors isn’t just where we work, it’s who we are. Every day, our head office teams play a vital role in helping people get outside, explore more, and experience the world around them.

We’re looking for a Accounts Payable/Treasury Assistant to join us on that journey. This role is about more than just day-to-day responsibilities, it’s about shaping how we inspire our customers, support our stores, and grow our community of adventurers.

We’ve officially made the move to our new office in the heart of Swindon and couldn’t be more excited. Our brand-newsustainable office at 1 Newbridge Squareputs us right next to the train station and the new bus boulevard, making it easier than ever to connect. This move marks an exciting new chapter in our journey, and our new space has been designed with the future in mind – supporting collaboration, wellbeing, and our commitment to working more sustainably.

About us

We believe life’s better when it’s lived outdoors. From hiking and wild swimming to simply stepping away from the screen, nature helps us feel alive.

At our head office, every role helps make those adventures possible. Whether it’s shaping our systems, supporting our teams or driving key initiatives, you’ll play a vital part in helping people get outside and explore more.

We’re part of the Cotswold Outdoor Group, including Runners Need and Snow + Rock, offering trusted brands, expert advice, and a commitment to protecting the planet.

Whether it’s your first step or your next move, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and be part of something bigger.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll play an important role in supporting the day-to-day finance processes of the business, ensuring invoices, payments and reconciliations are processed accurately and efficiently. You’ll work across supplier accounts, expenses and cash activity, responding to queries and helping to keep our financial records accurate and up to date.

• Process invoices and credit notes, ensuring they are correctly coded and authorised
• Review and process staff expense claims in line with Company policy
• Process and allocate supplier payments in accordance with agreed payment terms
• Upload and manage large invoices within the accounting system
• Reconcile supplier accounts, investigating inaccuracies and outstanding debit items
• Review Goods and Non-Goods items placed on hold and take appropriate action
• Prepare and submit monthly Intrastat and VAT reports accurately and on time
• Reconcile cash and other payment types, investigate discrepancies and respond to supplier, cash and till queries promptly

We’re looking for someone who

• Has a good understanding of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
• Is confident using Excel and Outlook as part of their day-to-day work
• Has excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy
• Takes a proactive approach to tasks and is comfortable managing priorities
• Has a strong internal customer focus and responds to queries in a helpful and timely way
• Builds positive working relationships and enjoys collaborating with others
• Acts with integrity and understands the importance of maintaining confidentiality
• Is comfortable working with financial information, reconciliations and key measures such as aged creditors, GRNI, cash allocation and debtor days

What you’ll get from us

Joining our team means more than just getting paid a salary, it’s about being part of a workplace that values you, your growth and your wellbeing.

You’ll enjoy:

• Starting salary of £26520 – £26520 with a yearly bonus of up to £1530
• Hybrid working options to support your work-life balance
• Holiday Buying Scheme – contract dependant
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice scheme – dependent on meeting eligibility
• Volunteer day with a charity of your choice
• 33 days holiday allowing you to recharge and explore the outdoors
• Staff discounts of 40-60% across our full range of outdoor brands
• Savings on everyday essentials including groceries, travel, fitness, and entertainment through our perks hub

Everyone’s welcome

We welcome applications from all genders, backgrounds, and experiences. Diverse teams make us stronger, helping us learn, grow, and create a place where everyone belongs.

We want to hear your voice so encourage you to write your own application and use AI tools sparingly. We’re looking for honesty, authenticity, and a real sense of who you are. Applications that feel generic or AI-generated may not stand out.