Accounts Payable Assistant

Office Angels; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant to work in Tiptree. This role involves handling supplier payments, managing petty cash, and supporting VAT returns. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in Sage Line 50 and Eque2 Construct, alongside excellent attention to detail and organisational capabilities. This is a great opportunity for those who thrive in fast-paced environments, working Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Modern Office Environment

Annual Reviews

Onsite Parking

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proficiency in financial software like Sage Line 50 and Eque2 Construct.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation.
• Excellent Excel and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle monthly supplier payments for timely settlements.
• Manage and reconcile petty cash accounts.
• Support VAT return preparation and compliance.

Skills

Sage Line 50

Eque2 Construct

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Job description

Title: Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant

Location: Tiptree

Salary: 14.40 p/h

Days/ Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00

Benefits

• Private Healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Modern Office Environment
• Annual Reviews
• Onsite Parking
• 20 days of annual leave, a Christmas close down, plus bank holidays

The company

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic Accounts Payable Assistant to join their team on a temporary basis. If you thrive in a fast paced environments and love the idea of contributing to a well-structured financial department, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Duties

• Handle monthly supplier payment runs to ensure timely settlements.
• Manage and reconcile the petty cash account.
• Support the preparation of VAT returns and ensure compliance.
• Assist in completing C.I.S monthly returns.
• Enter and scan invoices accurately within Sage Line 50 and Eque2 Construct systems.
• Contribute to client invoicing processes through Eque2 Construct.
• Provide support for financial reporting activities.
• Oversee general administration of client and supplier accounts, including subcontractor insurance documentation.
• Track company performance metrics and prepare reports for directors.

The ideal candidate

• Proficiency in Sage Line 50 and Eque2 Construct.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation.
• Strong excel skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks.
• A positive, cheerful attitude that contributes to team culture.
• A strong communicator.

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