We are working with an excellent, well established engineering company who are looking for an accounts payable/accounts assistant to join the finance department on full time, permanent basis. You will work closely with the finance manager and assist with additional month duties as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Match invoices against purchase orders and delivery notes
• Manage the accounts payable inbox and respond to supplier queries
• Prepare and process weekly and monthly supplier payment runs
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies
• Maintain accurate purchase ledger records and ensure invoices are correctly coded
• Process employee expenses and company credit card reconciliations
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations
• Assist with cash allocation and monitoring outgoing payments
• Support the Finance Manager with month-end tasks including accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist in preparing month-end reports and maintaining financial schedules
• Ensure finance records and supporting documentation are organised and up to date
• Liaise with internal departments to obtain invoice approvals and resolve queries
• Support continuous improvement of finance processes and controls

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable or a Finance Assistant role
• Strong understanding of purchase ledger processes and reconciliations
• Good Excel skills and experience using accounting software
• AAT qualified or studying towards AAT would be advantageous but not essential

Benefits:

• 830am - 5pm Monday - Friday + hybrid working once settled in
• Bonus scheme - annually
• Healthcare benefit
• Enhanced pension contributions