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Accounts Payable Assistant (AAT)

Orka Financial
Posted 8 days ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Thatcham, Berkshire RG184NW, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Orka Financial is seeking an AAT Accounts Payable Assistant to join their client's finance team in Thatcham.
  • The role involves managing the accounts payable ledger and ensuring accurate processing of supplier transactions and payments.
  • Candidates should have previous experience in an accounts payable or finance role and be proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
  • The position offers a competitive salary of £25,000 to £30,000 per year, depending on experience.
  • Successful applicants will contribute to the financial operations and growth of the organization.

Orka Financial is looking to recruit an AAT Accounts Payable Assistant to join their clients finance team in Thatcham. In this role, you will take full responsibility for managing the accounts payable ledger, ensuring the accurate and efficient processing of supplier transactions and payments.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with the team to maintain smooth financial operations while contributing to the growth and success of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Accounts Payable Ledger Management

    • Maintain and reconcile the accounts payable ledger, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of transactions.
    • Process invoices, credit notes, and payments in line with company policies and procedures.
  • Supplier Management

    • Liaise with suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies, queries, and payment issues.
    • Manage supplier accounts, including setting up new suppliers and maintaining accurate records.
  • Payment Processing

    • Prepare and process weekly payment runs (BACS, CHAPS, and international payments).
    • Ensure payments are made in accordance with agreed terms and conditions.
  • Reconciliations

    • Perform supplier statement reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
    • Assist with month-end closing, including ledger reconciliations and accruals.
  • Internal Collaboration

    • Work closely with other members of the finance team and departments to ensure efficient financial operations.
    • Support the finance manager with ad-hoc tasks and projects as needed.
Key RequirementsExperience:
  • Previous experience in an accounts payable or finance role.
  • Proficient in managing accounts payable ledgers and processing high volumes of transactions.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with internal teams and external suppliers.
  • Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
If you are a detail-oriented finance professional looking to take ownership of the accounts payable function in a friendly and fast-paced environment, please apply now.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.