Accounts Payable Assistant
- Posted 05 June 2025
- Salary £30000 - £35000 per annum
- LocationCity of London
- Job type Contract
- Discipline Accountancy and Finance
- ReferenceBBBH217555_1749118843
Job description
Currently supporting a client in the sustainability sector with the recruitment of an Accounts Payable Assistant for a short-term contract. This is a 3-month contract opportunity to provide essential support to their finance operations.
- Salary: Up to £35,000
- Location: London
- Hybrid: 3 days in the office
What to expect?
Monitor and manage incoming communications related to vendor invoices and employee reimbursements.
Prepare and distribute weekly review lists for payables and expense submissions.
Accurately process invoices as assigned, ensuring timely data entry and coding.
Identify and correct errors in invoices or payments to maintain accuracy.
Investigate and resolve any delays or discrepancies in the payables workflow.
Oversee weekly disbursement cycles, including processing of electronic payments
Routinely review aging reports to track and manage outstanding payables.
Ensure all financial activities align with internal compliance standards and authorisation protocols.
Administer the setup and maintenance of vendor records.
Handle period-end activities and respond to audit-related documentation request.
What skills/attributes do you need?
Strong communication skills for interacting with colleagues, vendors, and external stakeholders across departments.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Proficient in Excel and familiar with Accounting systems (Oracle).
Experience with expense management systems.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Commerce, Finance, or a related field.
3-5 years of hands-on experience in accounts payable.
If you are interested in applying, please submit your application through this job advertisement.
