We are partnering with a highly successful international organisation based in Oldham to recruit an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their growing finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with around 6–12 months of finance experience who is eager to develop their skills and build a strong foundation in accounts and finance. You will join a supportive and collaborative team where you'll receive ongoing guidance, gain valuable hands-on experience, and have the opportunity to grow within a stable and expanding business.
THE JOB
As Accounts Payable Assistant within the accounts payable team, you will manage the purchase ledger process, ensuring invoices, payments, and reconciliations are completed accurately and efficiently, while also supporting wider finance activities across the department.
Your Key Responsibilities:
Process purchase invoices accurately and on time.
Maintain the invoice approval process and controls.
Prepare and process supplier payments (BACS and cheques)
Set up supplier accounts and resolve supplier queries.
Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
Perform bank reconciliations and cashbook postings.
Manage multi-currency bank accounts.
Support improvements and automation of purchase ledger processes.
Assist with month-end reporting activities.
Provide ad hoc support across the Finance team as required.
THE PERSON
6-12 months practical experience within an account’s role is essential
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Comfortable using Excel and finance systems
Able to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
Confident communicator with a proactive approach
Able to work well as part of a team
THE BENEFITS
Flexible/hybrid working
AAT Study Support
22 days holiday + bank holidays
Bonus scheme
Private medical cover
Pension scheme
Life assurance
Staff discount benefits
Free parking
Friendly and supportive team culture
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career within finance in a business that offers long-term stability, training, and progression.
* Please note that we are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK and therefore do not require sponsorship
Salary description
£25000.00 - £27000.00 per year