Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable Assistant | Knutsford | Growing Business | Career Progression
Looking to level up your finance career?
My client is a fast-growing, forward-thinking services business based in Knutsford, and they’re on the lookout for a sharp, detail-loving Accounts Payable Assistant to join their expanding Group Finance team.
This isn’t your standard AP role — you’ll be working across multiple entities, getting real exposure to a dynamic group structure, and playing a key part in keeping the engine of the business running smoothly.
What you’ll be getting stuck into:
* Owning the purchase-to-pay process across the group
* Processing invoices accurately and on time (no backlog chaos here!)
* Coding costs correctly across departments and entities
* Handling supplier queries like a pro — solving problems, not creating them
* Managing expenses and company cards across the business
* Posting cashbooks and allocating payments
* Reconciling supplier statements and spotting discrepancies
* Supporting cash flow forecasting (you’ll actually see the bigger picture!)
* Getting involved in month-end close
* Keeping VAT checks tight and compliant
* Suggesting smarter, more efficient ways of doing things
What they’re looking for:
* Super organised with killer attention to detail
* Able to juggle tasks and hit deadlines without breaking a sweat
* Confident communicator — both internally and with suppliers
* Comfortable working across multiple entities
* Proactive, reliable, and takes pride in accuracy
* Someone who wants to learn, grow, and progress
Bonus points if you have:
* Previous experience in Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger
* Exposure to a multi-entity environment
* Solid understanding of accounting basics
* Strong Excel skills
Why this role?
* Be part of a growing business where you can actually make an impact
* Gain exposure to a group-level finance function
* Clear opportunity to develop your career
If you’re looking for a role where you’re more than just processing invoices — and want to be part of something growing and exciting — this could be the one