Full job descriptionTemporary Accounts Payable Assistant
Livingston | Temporary Contract (2-3 Months) | Immediate Start
A well-established business based in Livingston is seeking a Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant to join their finance team on a short-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional to support a busy finance function and assist with day-to-day purchase ledger activities.
Working alongside an experienced Accounts Payable colleague, you will play a key role in ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and efficiently while helping maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
*Processing and printing supplier invoices received via email
*Receiving, sorting and distributing incoming site mail
*Matching supplier invoices to Goods Received Notes (GRNs) and Proof of Delivery (POD) documentation
*Filing and maintaining supplier invoice records
*Processing Goods Received Notes onto the finance system
*Assisting with supplier and internal queries
*Performing supplier statement reconciliations
*Supporting the wider finance team with general purchase ledger administration
About You
*Previous experience within an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or Finance Assistant role
*Strong attention to detail and accuracy
*Experience matching invoices to supporting documentation
*Confident carrying out supplier statement reconciliations
*Good organisational and administrative skills
*Ability to manage workload effectively in a busy environment
*Strong communication skills and a professional approach to stakeholder queries
*Experience using accounting or ERP systems would be advantageous