Accounts Payable Assistant

Hours :
Monday - Thursday 8am - 4.30pm, Friday 8am - 2pm Payrate : £15.00- £15.50 per hour Work Type :
Onsite, In Office Contact : 3 months Location :
Carrickfergus Accounts Payable Assistant To support the efficient operation of the Accounts Payable function by maintaining the AP ledger, processing supplier invoices accurately, and building effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with company procedures.

Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable Processing Prepare and process supplier invoices for entry onto the Accounts Payable ledger Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and goods receipts Check pricing accuracy and resolve discrepancies Ensure correct general ledger coding prior to posting Input invoices accurately onto the Sage 1000 system Payments & Reconciliations Prepare and assist with the monthly supplier payment run Reconcile supplier statements, ensuring all invoices, payments, and credit notes are fully accounted for Records & Documentation Maintain electronic accounts payable records and ensure all supporting documentation is correctly filed and retained Stakeholder & Supplier Liaison Act as a point of contact for supplier queries and resolve issues promptly Liaise with internal buyers and departments regarding invoice and payment queries Continuous Improvement & Support Provide support in identifying and implementing efficiencies and improvements within the department Assist with special projects and key assignments as required Undertake general data entry and other accounting or administrative tasks as needed Compliance & Team working Ensure compliance with all company policies, systems, and procedures, including quality, health & safety, and environmental standards Participate in team working, information sharing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives Maintain good housekeeping and safe working practices Carry out any other reasonable duties as assigned Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent), including passes in English and Maths Desirable Accountancy or bookkeeping qualification Essential Minimum of 2 years experience in Accounts Payable processing Strong understanding of finance principles and basic accounting practices Numerically strong with high attention to detail Experience using Sage accounting software or a similar finance system Skills & Competencies Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong problem-solving ability High level of accuracy with the ability to meet tight deadlines Ability to work effectively as part of a team Desirable Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience with the Microsoft Office suite

Good analytical , decision-making, and innovative thinking skills Commercial awareness and business acumen Strong planning, organisational, and time management skills Negotiating and influencing skills Apply Today! Contact Claudia on or email

Skills:

Bookkeeper Accounts Payable