Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant - 12 Month Fix Term contract 

Location: Cookham - (Hybrid - Three days in the office)

Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday, 9.00am to 5.30pm - 1 hr Lunch 

Friday, 09.00am to 5.00pm - 30 mins Lunch

Competitive salary and company benefits  

I am currently exclusively partnered with a globally renowned organisation that is a market leader within its field. In order to support the continued growth of the business, they are now recruiting for a detail-oriented and organised Accounts Payable Assistant with a strong understanding of financial principles to join their dynamic finance team. The Accounts Payable Assistant will be responsible for efficiently managing accounts payable processes, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining vendor relationships.

 A successful candidate will possess computer skills, including proficiency in Excel and Outlook, along with some experience working in a professional or business environment. They should demonstrate a customer service mindset and the ability to learn new computer applications. While experience working in an automated accounting system to process accounts payable, prepare and post journal entries, and reconcile accounts is desirable, it is not required. Previous fiduciary responsibility is highly desired.

Key Responsibilities

Reconcile supplier statements and bank statements

Identifying and resolving queries in an efficient manner

Ensuring that company controls are adhered met when processing supplier invoices 

Being able to working cross-functionally and provide cover  whilst on projects

Provide effective communication with suppliers regarding debit balances 

Collaborate with other departments or divisions as needed to resolve issues and improve processes

Intercompany activity management, including invoicing, paying, and reconciling

Desired Experience:

Proficient in the use of Excel and Outlook

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Background in Accounts Payable/experience in a similar accounting and professional corporate environment a plus

Self-directed, independent worker and a creative problem-solver

Experience in the use of an automated accounting software system a plus

If this role is of interest to you, please forward your resume to  (url removed)