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.