We are working with an excellent, well established company who are looking for an accounts payable/accounts assistant to join the finance department on full time, permanent basis. This is a medium sized company who are growing and looking for someone to stay long term and develop within the finance department.

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
• 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

• 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:

• 8am - 4pm Monday - Friday
• 25 days holidays + bank holidays
• Onsite parking and company standard pension scheme