Entry Level Accounts Payable

Adecco UK; Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Colchester seeks a motivated Entry-Level Accounts Payable Assistant to join their finance team. This full-time role is perfect for candidates starting their accounting journey, offering comprehensive training and exposure to finance tasks in a supportive environment. Ideal for those passionate about numbers and keen to learn, this opportunity includes company benefits and a competitive hourly wage.

Benefits

Monthly recognition awards

Access to Boost discounts

Eye care vouchers

Wellbeing support

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Education at A Level or equivalent required.
• Studying towards an accounting qualification (e.g., AAT) preferred.
• Basic experience in finance or admin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and payments.
• Manage daily accounts payable tasks.
• Support bank reconciliations with training provided.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisation

Teamwork

Time management

Education

A Level or Graduate-level education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting systems like Sage or Datacor

Job description

Job Opportunity: Entry-Level Accounts Payable Assistant
Location: Colchester
Pay: £12.21-£12.82 per hour + Holiday Pay, Pension & Adecco Benefits
Contract: Temporary to Permanent - Full Time (Monday to Friday)
Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm (37.5 hours per week)

Are you looking to kick-start your career in finance? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for numbers? We're working with a leading manufacturing and production company in Colchester that's looking for a motivated Accounts Payable Assistant to join their friendly and supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the beginning of their accounting journey, whether you're currently studying AAT remotely, or have some basic finance experience.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assisting with processing supplier invoices and payments
• Helping to manage daily accounts payable tasks
• Supporting with bank reconciliations (training provided)
• Keeping supplier records accurate and up to date
• Learning about VAT processes for European operations
• Verifying supplier banking details with guidance
• Providing general support to the finance team

What We're Looking For:

• A Level or Graduate-level education (or equivalent)
• Studying towards an accounting qualification (e.g. AAT) or keen to start
• Some basic experience in finance or admin (through work, study, or volunteering)
• A willingness to learn and grow in a finance role

Skills That Will Help You Succeed:

• Good attention to detail and organisation
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Eagerness to learn accounting systems like Sage or Datacor (training provided)
• Ability to work well in a team and manage your time effectively

Why Join Through Adecco?

• Monthly recognition with "Candidate of the Month" awards
• Access to Boost - earn points and redeem discounts!
• Eye care vouchers and wellbeing support
• Competitive pension scheme
• A supportive recruitment process for all backgrounds and abilities

If you're enthusiastic about starting a career in finance and want to be part of a company that values growth and development, apply today and take your first step into the world of accounts payable!

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