Accounts Assistant

Invoice Processing Assistant - 1 Year Contract

We are looking for a highly organised and accurate Invoice Processing Assistant to join the Finance team on a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting day-to-day accounts payable activities, ensuring invoices are handled efficiently and supplier payments are progressed within agreed timescales.

Contract: 1 Year - Umbrella
Working Arrangement: Initially 5 days per week on-site. Following successful completion of probation, the role will offer 1 day per week working from home.

Key Responsibilities

Manage supplier invoices received through the CORA system, checking information before progressing them for payment.
Verify invoice details against relevant purchase orders and goods or service receipt records to confirm that information is correct.
Prepare and submit requests where amendments to payment information or arrangements are required.
Investigate invoice queries, missing documentation, incorrect information, and other payment-related issues, liaising with appropriate internal teams and suppliers to reach a resolution.
Handle supplier queries relating to outstanding invoices, expected payments, and account balances.
Review outstanding invoice reports regularly to identify items requiring attention and minimise overdue supplier payments.
Maintain accurate supporting records and provide relevant financial documentation when required for audit, governance, and compliance purposes.
Work closely with Finance, Procurement, and other business functions to ensure invoice-related issues are dealt with efficiently.
Maintain accurate records and ensure financial information is processed in accordance with internal procedures and controls.

Skills & Experience

Good understanding of accounts payable processes and fundamental accounting practices.
Previous experience handling supplier invoices or working within a finance/accounts environment would be beneficial.
Confident using Microsoft Excel and financial or ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or similar systems.
Excellent accuracy and the ability to identify inconsistencies in financial documentation.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Good written and verbal communication skills, with confidence liaising with suppliers and colleagues across different departments.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider Finance team