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