Accounts Payable Assistant

Your new companyOur client is transforming the landscape in their market sector. They optimise revenue streams for a client based on comprehensive multichannel solutions. By leveraging innovative partnerships, they design, develop, and deliver cutting-edge products and services to the market.Your new roleThe Accounts Payable Assistant ensures accurate and timely execution of Accounts Payable tasks, supporting the company's growth. Flexibility for hands-on duties, strong communication skills, and a hardworking, energetic approach are essential. Key responsibilities include:

• Setting up and validating suppliers.
• Processing invoices and credit notes.
• Handling supplier invoice queries and reconciling statements.
• Maintaining the Accounts Payable mailbox.
• Ensuring invoices are approved by budget holders.
• Liaising with suppliers to meet payment terms.
• Raising the proposed payment runs for approval.
• Following the payment approval process strictly.
• Assisting with stock-related invoices and freight charges.
• Requesting missing invoices for direct debit payments.
• Supporting personal expense claims and credit card processing.
• Assisting with year-end audits and other administrative tasks.
• Complying with company policies and management systems.

What you'll need to succeedThe ideal candidate for the Accounts Payable Assistant role will be highly skilled at using IT software and MS Office, particularly Excel. They must demonstrate a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, coupled with excellent communication and negotiation skills. The role requires a proven ability to calculate and manage accounting figures and financial records, along with a solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles. The candidate should be able to work independently, making intelligent and reasoned decisions under pressure. A self-starter attitude is essential, with the ability to prioritise tasks and maintain flexibility to support the business during busy periods, ensuring all critical deadlines are met. A friendly and enthusiastic personality is also key.Experience-wise, the candidate should be AAT qualified or possess over three years of experience in a similar role, with strong Accounts Payable experience and comfort working to tight month-end close deadlines.

What you'll get in returnAlongside a rewarding benefits package, this lovely business offers a collaborative, site-based culture, with a friendly, fun working environment.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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