Back to search
- Location: London Heathrow
- Work Pattern: Full-time, Mon-Fri, 9 am to 5 pm, office-based role with free parking on site
- Reports To: Finance Manager
Join our team at the bustling London Heathrow hub as an Accounts Assistant focusing on Accounts Payable. This role is crucial for managing our accounts payable portfolio, ensuring efficient supplier management, maximising cash flow, and fostering robust relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Day-to-day of the role:- Main focus to assist on clearing a backlog of invoices - processing high volumes of between 100-150 invoices a day using CRM system
- Manage supplier accounts to ensure timely receipt of supplies and prevent accounts from being put on hold.
- Obtain all necessary financial documentation, including statements and backups.
- Ensure payments are processed according to agreed terms to maximise cash flow.
- Handle queries promptly and raise issues as necessary with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with colleagues across finance and non-finance departments.
- Contribute to month-end and weekly financial deliverables and responsibilities.
- Manage intercompany payments and perform reconciliations.
- Assist in treasury management and support the audit processes.
- Maintain accurate reconciliations of supplier accounts and sales ledger.
- Assist with monthly billing to airlines and other key customers, including raising ad hoc invoices.
- Provide valuable insights, data, and reporting to stakeholders at all levels.
- Participate in ad hoc projects and support the Finance Manager as needed.
- Proven experience in accounts payable or a similar role.
- Strong proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis.
- Familiarity with mid-range accounting systems/general ledgers (experience with Open Accounts is a plus).
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks effectively, and collaborate as part of a team.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment.
To apply for the Accounts Assistant position in Accounts Payable, please contact Vinny Basra at the Staines Accountancy office
