Interim Accounts Payable Assistant - Hybrid

Your new company
A large and well-established organisation is looking to strengthen its Transactional Finance team with the addition of several Accounts Payable Assistants.Operating within a busy shared services environment, the team is continuing to invest in additional resources to support increasing transaction volumes and ongoing service improvements. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance function where individuals are encouraged to utilise their strengths while gaining exposure across a broad range of finance activities.

Your new role
As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of a high-volume Transactional Finance team.Responsibilities may include:

Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
Managing supplier queries and resolving discrepancies
Supporting payment runs
Supplier statement reconciliations
Maintaining accurate supplier account records
Investigating outstanding invoices and payments
Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Supporting workflow management activities
Producing reports and analysing data using Excel
Assisting with wider transactional finance processes as requiredWe are keen to speak with candidates from Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger, Finance Assistant and broader Transactional Finance backgrounds. The team adopts a flexible approach, allowing responsibilities to be aligned to individual strengths and experience, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to broaden their skills and develop within a busy finance function.This role offers flexibility, with responsibilities tailored to your experience and areas of strength, allowing you to develop a broad understanding of the finance function rather than being restricted to one specific area.

What you'll need to succeed

Previous Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or Transactional Finance experience
Experience working within a high-volume processing environment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Experience managing supplier queries and account discrepancies
Good Excel skills including Pivot Tables and Lookups
A proactive and adaptable approach to workWhat you'll get in return

Initial assignment through to the end of January, with strong potential for extension and permanent opportunities
Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days home)
Flexible working arrangements
37.5-hour working week
Opportunity to join a large and supportive finance team
Exposure to a variety of transactional finance activities
Immediate start available
Free on-site parking
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