Accounts Payable Assistant

Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant
Pay rate: £17.58 per hour
Location: Bristol City Centre
Start: ASAP
Duration: 1-month (temporary)
Hours: 35-hours per week

This Accounts Payable Assistant is responsible for ensuring all invoices, disbursements, staff expenses, foreign currency transactions and recharges are accurately received, approved within budget and authorisation limits, and processed efficiently in line with the firm’s payment terms. You will ensure all financial postings are coded correctly to the appropriate matter or cost centre.

Key Responsibilities:

Process invoices, expenses and payments accurately in line with Accounts Payable controls
Handle high volumes of transactions across multiple systems with exceptional accuracy
Ensure compliance with VAT, GAAP and relevant financial regulations
Post invoices to correct matters and cost codes within deadlines
Support accurate general ledger coding with management accounts
Build relationships with stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely payments
Promote best practice and consistency across Accounts Payable processes
Identify and support improvements to Accounts Payable procedures
Resolve or escalate queries promptly to meet deadlines
Skills and Experience required:

Experience in an Accounts Payable role within a commercial environment
Strong Excel, Microsoft Office and financial systems knowledge (Cosine/3e experience advantageous)
Highly organised, proactive and detail-focused with strong time management
Confident communicator with strong stakeholder and team collaboration skills
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and welcoming team, working out of modern offices located in Bristol City Centre. Apply now for immediate consideration