Accounts Payable Assistant

Sharp Consultancy is a leading recruitment firm specialising in finance and accountancy roles.

We are seeking an experienced AP Assistant to assist the Finance team keep on top of a busy ledger and clear a small backlog due to an influx of new business. The role is based in Chesterfield and boasts a great modern office with onsite parking. The team are welcoming and will look to provide training into how they work so that you will be able to hit the ground running with the previous experience you will already be bringing to the table.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process up to 60 invoices per day into Sage.

• Daily reconciliation of 2 bank accounts.

• Produce reports on Excel for the Finance Manager.

• Liaise with suppliers and handle any AP queries.

• Assist with the weekly payment run.

• Support the wider team with ad hoc admin duties.

Requirements:

• 2 years working in a similar role.

• Be able to reliably commute to Chesterfield each day.

• Great attention to detail.

• Be comfortable using Excel.

• Proficiency in using accounting systems, Sage50 is a great benefit but not essential.

What We Offer:

• A great working environment and office.

• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a dynamic team.

• Flexible working options.

• Competitive salary.

• Potential of permanent role after successful completion of contract.

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.