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Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable Assistant

Pure Resourcing Solutions

Posted a day ago, valid for a month

St. Ives, Cambridgeshire PE27 3ND, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

An experienced Accounts Assistant position is available at a well-known company in St Ives.
The role requires processing high volumes of invoices, reconciling statements, and managing supplier queries under tight deadlines.
Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in high-volume accounts payable and strong data entry skills.
Proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables, is essential, along with strong communication skills.
The salary for this position is competitive, reflecting the candidate's experience and skills.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a well renowned company based in St Ives. This role involves processing a high volume of invoices, reconciling statements, and managing supplier queries while ensuring accuracy and efficiency under tight deadlines. Within this role, you will report into the Finance Manager, and the role offers hybrid working arrangements. As the incoming Accounts Assistant, you will be tasked with the following:

Process purchase invoices daily, ensuring timely approval and accurate records
Investigate failed invoices, liaising with internal teams to resolve issues
Reconcile card payments monthly and match pre-payments to invoices
Support month-end accruals, GRNI reconciliation, and payment runs
Manage the accounts inbox, handling supplier queries and reconciling statements
Contribute to process improvements

The ideal candidate will have experience in high-volume accounts payable, strong data entry skills, and excellent attention to detail. Proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables, is essential. Strong communication skills are required to build relationships with suppliers and internal teams and resolve issues efficiently. The role demands a highly organised individual who can manage multiple priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines. A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement is key. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounts assistant looking to develop their skills in a fast-paced environment. For further information, apply now or contact Jamie at Pure for an initial discussion.

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