Accounts Payable
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- England,East of England,Cambridgeshire
- Full Time, Temporary
- £14 - £16 per hour, inc benefits
Job Description:
Job Advert: Accounts Payable Assistant
Location: Cambridge
Contract Type: 3-month
Salary: £14-£16 per hour
Working Pattern: Hybrid / On-site
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to support the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments within a busy finance department. This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation that encourages professional development, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
The Role: Accounts Payable Assistant
You will play a key role in maintaining strong vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and supporting month-end financial activities. This role requires strong organisational skills, accuracy, and the ability to work collaboratively across various internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
*Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and payment transactions promptly and accurately.
*Review and reconcile vendor statements, resolving discrepancies with vendors and internal teams.
*Ensure invoices follow correct approval workflows in line with company policies.
*Maintain organised and accurate accounts payable records.
*Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and reconciliations.
*Support audits by providing documentation and responding to enquiries.
*Collaborate with procurement, finance, and operations teams to resolve issues.
*Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the accounts payable function.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
*Previous experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance position.
*Strong ERP system knowledge
*Excellent Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, SUMIF, pivot tables, and data validation.
*High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
*Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
*Proactive approach to problem-solving.
Preferred:
*Experience in a shared services or multinational environment.
*Understanding of the procure-to-pay (P2P) process and internal controls.
*Experience with invoice automation or digital workflow tools.
Location: Cambridge
Contract Type: 3-month
Salary: £14-£16 per hour
Working Pattern: Hybrid / On-site
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to support the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments within a busy finance department. This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation that encourages professional development, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
The Role: Accounts Payable Assistant
You will play a key role in maintaining strong vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and supporting month-end financial activities. This role requires strong organisational skills, accuracy, and the ability to work collaboratively across various internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
*Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and payment transactions promptly and accurately.
*Review and reconcile vendor statements, resolving discrepancies with vendors and internal teams.
*Ensure invoices follow correct approval workflows in line with company policies.
*Maintain organised and accurate accounts payable records.
*Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and reconciliations.
*Support audits by providing documentation and responding to enquiries.
*Collaborate with procurement, finance, and operations teams to resolve issues.
*Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the accounts payable function.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
*Previous experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance position.
*Strong ERP system knowledge
*Excellent Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, SUMIF, pivot tables, and data validation.
*High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
*Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
*Proactive approach to problem-solving.
Preferred:
*Experience in a shared services or multinational environment.
*Understanding of the procure-to-pay (P2P) process and internal controls.
*Experience with invoice automation or digital workflow tools.
Job number 3416074
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